Autism Poem by Justin Reamer

Autism



Conspicuous to society,
Eccentric, estranged, an outcast;
A leper among the Hebrews,
An imbecile among the intelligent;
Noticeable, but insignificant,
Nothing of merit whatsoever.

A muzzle disabling speech,
Chains bolted to the wall,
Manacles restraining manipulation,
A cage to quarantine its subject.

Seen by all, he knows not;
To see everyone, he knows.
To interact, he cannot,
Though compassion he desires.

The mind is the prison,
Holding him to misunderstanding.
His struggle for liberation,
Endless for eternity,
While the bonds and chains,
Reinforced and holding strong,
Prevent the progress of breaking free.

Autism
Monday, June 29, 2015
Topic(s) of this poem: autism,disability,life,mental illness
POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
I thought I would illustrate autism for everyone who was curious about it. I guess it works. Enjoy.
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Justin Reamer

Justin Reamer

Holland, Michigan
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