A heavy weight is cast into sphere  
of aspiration, 
doggedly trying to cripple (and shear)
those who try to make it 
to the finish line (rather they'd cower). 

A noose is cast onto the neck
of morale 
of the everyday Joe (in disrespect) 
whose sole desire is to
garner the benefits of his labor (he's least).  

	He mustn't be slighted by cynicism's brew.
                       He must feed his hunger.
	                      Or else, he WILL implode.


* A response to Langston Hughes' "Harlem".