Center

of a misguided throng
Jeers and laughter
taunts of derision
cruel incision

Feeble spin

Excuses wearing thin

Center

to hold close
Life in the shallows
filling gaps
hidden traps

Riding high

Short of the sky

Center

in an unsteady space
Entertaining balancing act
worthless applause
pulling straws

Squandered truth

Bittersweet fruit