Being Canceled
I once stood proudly
Upon a granite perch
Looking down upon
Admiring crowds
Until the cranes came
And carted me away
Such is the sting of
Being canceled
Poem: The Last to Know
The Last to Know
Like a sudden slap
It was a rude revelation
When I learned
A private matter
Had gone viral
Leaving me
The last to know
Poetry: Mention It, Don’t Insist
Mention It, Don’t Insist
These words of wisdom
Respect boundaries
Keep friendships
Defuse enemies
And are more likely
To give you what you want
Mention it, don’t insist
Lawrence Venturato has authored numerous literary works of public interest.