Felicity Slaughter - Trapped

Do you know what it
is like to be trapped.
It is like being convicted
of a crime you didn't commit.

Do you know what it
is like to be trapped?
It is like being locked
in a closet, but not knowing
where you are.

Do you know what it
is like to be trapped?
It is like being buried
under the debris of 9/11.

You gasp for air.
Your heart beats uncontrollably.
Your clock stops, but no one cares.

Felicity Slaughter

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