Street roots. (Portland, OR) 1998-current, October 27, 2017, Image 12

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Newspaper Page TextStreet Roots • Oct. 27-Nov. 2, 2017 Poetry “Checking out our President” IN AND OUT OF INSANITY Storms of incoherence Intentions meet interference Waves of trepidation Predicaments we’re faced with Stem from complications Of laws made by nations Affecting ramifications For massive populations How can we change our destination Tragic fates that lie ahead We have to find a negotiation Before our dreams die instead Donald Trump is an alpha male wannabe all of his policies and decisions as president seem like an attempt, to portray himself as such. A modern conservative cowboy persona that is not rooted in commonly accepted morality, or Christian servitude. He could start a war almost all of the wise men of the world oppose, to present himself as such. Repent/change and maybe we will forgive him, continue as he is then for everyone’s sake, I think he should be removed from office. When I was younger I didn’t choose my world My world chose me In a crazy world Too young to fight back Others fought for me Saving me many times Years later Choosing my own destination I chose the road less traveled My world turned into Fight or flight mode It soon became a game to me A game of win or lose Losing meant death Winning meant Life I chose the latter Deeper, and deeper I got into the game The more I wanted out by Shaggy by Avendor by Leo Rhodes I didn’t care about the Consequences Of the game Survival was priority Evasive Invasion p e o p le ’s JL 1 JL FOOD CO-OP FARMERS’ MARKET WEDNESDAYS 2-7PM The Thing I Wish I Had Said by Bryant King Thank you and I love you Seeking help Most didn’t understand The Game Or Maybe It was me In my confused state of mind The humanity of it a ll... UP TO $10 MATCH WITH EBT CARD We’re passionate about helping our community access healthy food that they can tru s t By shopping at our market, you’ll get extra food dollars while supporting local farmers and community. 3029 SE 21st Ave. btwn Powell & Division At Health Share, we believe good health is more than what happens inside your doctor's office. Good health starts in your community and includes becoming homeless? Transition Projects Please call 855.425.5544 or visit 650 NW Irving Street L staying active, eating healthy food and getting regular check-ups. Share your healthy habits with family and friends. We can all have better health when we share it together. health Better health together. www.healthshareoregon.org J