little hearts

education has become a point in
percentages and good marks
instead of the awareness
the learning it should be

children are tortured
unknowingly at times
as we put them up as exhibits..

instead of empathizing with their plight
saying it's okay - they are more important
than the results they bring in..

we put them at the stake of our pride and joy

jewels we need to feel good about

always missing the beauty of that uncut diamond
which we chiseled

unfortunately sometimes
maybe into nothing..