the future is not what it used to be

the future is not

what it used to be.

the promise of tomorrow

and its

glory is gone.

it was a fantasy

that the world would

be made

right.

that utopia would arrive.

there would

be no more pain or suffering,

no hunger,

no strife.

there would be a cure

for everything.

equality for everyone, 

for all races

creeds and colors.

the future is not 

what it used to be,

but it was a good try.