Why Don’t We Care?
My question is real,
and I need an answer,
I do not understand
why is it that we do not care;
yet pretend that we do?
Are we really just looking
for another bumper sticker,
to attach to our car;
one that will cause the person,
sitting next to us in traffic,
to smile our way or honk in support?
We prance around,
proclaiming our causes
and our faith,
exuding what appears to be
a fierce passion and
unwavering commitment,
until that moment
when we are called to act
not just speak.
Suddenly, there is a proclamation:
extenuating circumstances
must be considered,
things may not be exactly as they appear,
this case is a bit different.
this person has had multiple opportunities,
which one may feel
they have squandered.
Do they really need help,
is asked allowed;
compassion, understand, and sympathy
have all been given in the past,
maybe it is time for tough love,
and as our glass house is spotless,
we feel qualified to fire the canons
straight into their bruised and battered soul.
Yes,
this is the right course,
become a fan,
post a meme,
share a link,
and then sit back
take our bows
in multiple likes
and comments
about what a good person
we are.
But would it really
be that hard
to actually care,
to become a good person,
to genuinely care,
and simply be kind?
~ Cristina Jill Mosqueda ~
