Poem Three
Do you see any Teletubbies in here? Do you see a slender plastic tag clipped to my shirt with my name printed on it? Do you see a little Asian child with a blank expression on his face sitting outside on a mechanical helicopter that shakes when you put quarters in it? No?
The path of the righteous man is beset on all sides by the iniquities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men. Blessed is he who, in the name of charity and good will, shepherds the weak through the valley of darkness, for he is truly his brother's keeper and the finder of lost children. And I will strike down upon thee with great vengeance and furious anger those who would attempt to poison and destroy My brothers. And you will know My name is the Lord when I lay My vengeance upon thee.
Do you see any Teletubbies in here? Do you see a slender plastic tag clipped to my shirt with my name printed on it? Do you see a little Asian child with a blank expression on his face sitting outside on a mechanical helicopter that shakes when you put quarters in it? No? Well, that's what you see at a toy store. And you must think you're in a toy store, because you're here shopping for an infant named Jeb.
Look, just because I don't be givin' no man a foot massage don't make it right for Marsellus to throw Antwone into a glass motherfuckin' house, fuckin' up the way the nigger talks. Motherfucker do that shit to me, he better paralyze my ass, 'cause I'll kill the motherfucker, know what I'm sayin'?
About John
John is a writer, filmmaker, poet, and stand-up comedian whose work delves into themes of identity, freedom, and the power structures that shape our world. Born in Iran during a time of political upheaval, he grew up in a society that dictated his beliefs and choices. However, his passion for storytelling and relentless curiosity led him to question everything.
John continues to write, pushing boundaries in literature and comedy. His works remains a testament to his journey, his relentless pursuit of trust, freedom, and the power of storytelling.
After seeking asylum and experiencing life in exile, he turned his journey into stories—through books that challenge perspectives, films that bring hidden truths to light, and stand-up performances that transform pain into humor. With every word, every scene, and every joke, he aims to provoke thought, spark conversation, and give a voice to the unheard.