He knew not

He knew not

walked in darkness

searching, what? he knew not

stagger steps, high

where path leads, he knew not

search bread crumbs in garbage

what’s his future, he knew not

pint plenty, no lack of leftovers

seek job, rebuked, why? he knew not

life turns, a wise man guides

raised the lantern, why? he knew not

hand on shoulder, hugs him tight

he cried, why? he knew not