POEM 01 - "Photograph"

"Photograph" by Yasin Al Razi

In the days of old, when photos were rare, 
A portrait was treated with care. 
But now we snap away, 
All throughout the day, 
And share them without a second stare.
 
 
© YASIN AL RAZI 

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