Caged
hidden behind Bars
but i feel the Eyes
watching me
as i pace back and forth
in my cage
i can no longer
see the Stars
because my Sky is only black
and silver
the Floor beneath
me no longer feels warm
but cold, Metal sheets
hidden behind Plastic Grass
i try to Run
but am Cornered
on all sides, no Room to try
no Space to Run
i arrived strong
but felt my legs become Weak
eating the Slop
i am given
remembering
even as i feel my Mind go
longing for Family and Home
i roar in pain
WHY AM I HERE?
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