Warriors Cry

(written in the shadow of Roe v. Wade being overturned)

first, we protest

then we play

because I refuse

to let them take

my right to happiness

away

my right to smile

my right to dance

my right to laugh

to catch my breath

at the moment’s rest

my roar will be fierce

echoing the cries of humanity

my bite will pierce

the veil of this reality

hug your love, carry them

close

do not stand quiet

& morose

move your body

rest your soul

feel the energy release

remember

you are in control

living for freedom

breathing for peace

the warriors who fight

will never sleep