Z. Hall is an educator, researcher, blogger, photographer, and poet. A large part of her work focuses on social justice. Her research interests include the history of art controversies, the communication surrounding art conflicts, and how this communication functions within society. She earned a doctorate in communication studies in 2009.
As the author of this blog, Z. writes about topics that, through conversation with members and readers, further understanding of the human condition. Her belief is that public deliberation is beneficial for consciousness raising, building tolerance acceptance, and problem solving.
Prison of the Mind
by
Z. Hall
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| Image by Annemarie Hoogwoud |
I’m breaking free!
Congratulations! How?
Eyes focused anew,
perspectives multiplied,
challenging assumptions
that be
the rock
of
limited pos-si-bi-li-ty.
At midnight’s approach
clubbing the night guard,
taking the keys,
opening the cells,
triggering the sprinklers.
No.
It’s not mayhem.
It is dawn.
Inmates of the mind
have set
themselves
free.
Beyond
the
electric,
chain-link,
mirage
exists
the land of tranquility,
abundance, and light.
Humanity’s
birthright.
You have my interest.
Liberating
if achieved.
Go on.
The experience
is in
progress.
An epic quest,
invitations to all.
Tell me
of your pilgrimage
when
complete.
Godspeed, trusted, fellow inmate!
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| Image from: ecnc.org |
Thanks for sharing
this leg of the journey.
Acknowledging
movement on the cellblock,
asking, "how?"
This much we have achieved.
Come!
We must gather the others.
© Z. Hall, 2011
