If I Were a Superhero

A poem of hopes and dreams.

If I were a superhero All the helpful places I’d go

I’d rush to the urgent rescue Be a shelter and the ground crew

I’d capture all scheming villains Lock them in dark, lonely prisons

I’d guarantee safe neighborhoods Defending peace and livelihoods

I’d stop all cars from being wrecked Stand guard and shield, fully protect

I’d end children's dark nighttime frets Remove all stray random bullets

If I were a superhero All the people I’d gladly show

I’d wipe away distressing tears Put smiles in place instead of fears

I’d catch you from the crashing fall Speed to answer your anxious call

I’d charge ahead and swiftly fly Streak appearing in clear blue sky

I’d be here, there, and ev’rywhere Heavy burdens I’d freely bear

Alas, this dream has not come true No hero yet is in our view

Instead I’ll dream, for dreams are free Imagine, hope, think what could be

If there could be superheroes Joyful verses would fill all prose

• February 8, 2020

Inspired by Shirley Stoddart and the comment she left on one of my stories. Thank you, Shirley!

Until next time, keep fighting.

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