Closing the Gap

Many of us jump the gun when deciding what another party is like, coming to erroneous conclusions owing to a person’s appearance, background, or speech. In short, we stereotype often because we have to do so fast, or on the spot. 

While not jumping to conclusions is difficult for these reasons, it isn’t a great move. Misunderstandings ensue, of course, some of them volatile. 

Enjoy  these  free verses

Gap

Too wide

And long

To clear

Gap

Stop.
Look. 

Before

the leap

Gap

Cannot

Decide

How wide

Gap

Mind

Needed

Before

Clearing

Gap

Ask

How wide.