FOR THE LOVE OF IT (VOL.29)

For the Love of It” is a series that explores Tarik’s deep passion for creation and self-expression through painting. He seeks out unusual, unpopulated locations to refine his skills and find solace from the stresses of life and the weight of past experiences. This process not only serves as a therapeutic escape but also rekindles his connection to the stories he aims to tell through his art. When his creative space feels overwhelming, these quiet spots become his sanctuary, allowing him to rediscover the joy of painting and the narratives woven into each piece.

The end is near,

Death is hearing our cries.

What more can we do

than say our goodbyes?

They say “I love you”

when the skies are clear,

and turn to lies

when there are clouds in our lives.

The men in suits

are blinded by money in their minds.

The everyday person

is brined by these lies.

And it’s time for us to cry

jarred in a jar

to be sold with profit in mind.

The day will come,

when the time’s right,

to fight for our bloody lives.