The Fires

by Sigríður Hagalín Björnsdóttir

We’ve no control over it, we’re drawn to the fire like moths to a flame.

Like okies shooting video during a tornado

Information is a weapon for politicians and officials, their power lies in valuable secrets. They’re always trying to hold information close to the vest, to use it to their advantage. Meanwhile, you all live to synthesize knowledge and keep the public informed. You don’t live on the same planet.

True for all politicians and governments

To love is to live in constant fear.

my heart is falling to pieces with love.

Acting like a common whore in reality

We have to try, Tómas. She’s at home, I have to save her. She’s my daughter. But she isn’t mine.

He won't go the distance indeed.