SERPENT CHAMELEON
When serpents shed their skins
their eyes turn milky.
New hues ensue
and blend with their surroundings.
Fangs dull.
Tongues fuse.
Those they meet
no longer see
a snake,
but shake hands with
a serpent-chameleon,
and never know the truth
until the venom sets in.
© Bart Breen
This is an excellent piece. To the point and I especailly love the way you described the unfortunate truths that lie within the hearts of those who continually hurt others. Definately a straight shot. =O)