If I Could, I Would

Photograph: 'For a moment', Ellen Clifford

If I could, I would

Destroy that pedestal from under your feet,

Take Thor's hammer and turn it to dust,

If I could, I would

Smack the smugness from your face,

And leave bruises in its place,

If I could, I would

Reveal your lies,

Lay them out with no place to hide,

If I could, I would

Open everybody's eyes,

So they may see the truth beneath your shiny facade,

If I could, I would,

Oh believe me, if I could, I would

About The Author:

Alison Payne has been writing poetry since she was a child, and has always found it to be a reliable companion. You can find her sharing her love of books (typically ficiton) over on Instagram (@chapters_cats_caffeine) with the occasional original poem shared... when she's feeling brave.