the tower

the tumbledown

squats at the feet

of the glossy tower

the humble gaze

un-meek, mirrored

in the face of power

torn posters scraped

off the columns bracing

the electric screens

promoting skin care

products, energy drinks,

the ingredients for

a never ending smile,

with perfect teeth,

a lifestyle: odorless,

ageless, weightless,

and white.