Humanity

Not in a book

I don’t search for it
in a book
nor carvings in stone

I feel it
in my heart

that bond
that connection

to young and … Read more

Five fingers can
. slap
. punch
. beg
. steal

Five fingers can
. caress
. hold
. give
. lift

What can ten … Read more

With seeing too much of this world, comes cataract.
Cure? Eye surgery.

With bending too much in this world, comes cartilage wear.
Cure? Knee replacement … Read more

I sat in the back row.

This was a religious event. A celebration of the divine. A celebration of life and love. I didn’t understand … Read more

Isn’t it easy to lie?

Friends lie to each other. Parents lie to their children. Lovers lie to each other. Governments lie to their people.… Read more

I wonder what type of music those Islamist brothers were listening to right before or while shooting at innocent cartoonists in Paris…..

I wonder what … Read more

every fiber of my being
has and will
forever
feed you
comfort
protection
and hope
as I
am beaten
and still
stand strong
–shawnzahedi.com

I wear a scarf and join you
my beard no distraction
as you claim your right
and I by your side
you, the voice of

I had a dream…
Dr. King
on a journey
from Israel to Iran
and beyond
shining light
of love, compassion and acceptance
of humanity, humility,

my car broke down
I called the plumber
my wife just looked
and said: “whatever”
my wife cheated
I called the cops
they yawned and