Freedom
Freedom is a concept that is a compromise
An idea of amorality
That is a landmine for the wise.
For one person’s freedom impinges on us all
Without restraints or bounds
It could end making all of us crawl.
In reality we learn to rub along quite well
To find a way through the twists
Without creating other’s hell.
Some men speak not of freedom but of selfishness
They want it all for themselves
Without a thought for the rest.
When I speak of freedom I think equality
Fairness, justice and space
For all humanity.
I’d include the planet and all life too
For what is right for all us Is good
For them as well as me and you.
I’m all in favour of liberty and tolerance
The rights of us all
To sing and love and dance.
To say what we feel
And vote another chance.
To think and believe
What we like
In life’s great romance.
That’s freedom
Opher 22.8.2015