The mighty pen

A pen has often been overlooked for its despicable uses.
It means writing an upcoming essay for class,
Or scribbling down lengthy math problems showcased on the whiteboard,
Tasks that make students groan over what assignments are to come.

A pen is more than just the sturdy structure of its existence,
It’s more than the ink that flows out if you apply the right amount of pressure.
A pen holds mighty power. 
It can form words that have the most influential impact on crowds, civilizations, or nations as a whole.
It has the ability to persuade,
Compel minds to steer towards a direction of an individual’s choosing,
To make people second guess themselves,
To communicate and spread information like a wildfire,
And to educate the youth that will one day command generations ahead of us.

To put it simply,
It’s an instrument of opportunity,
Of change,
And of great impact.
Many of the finest leaders, statesmen, and writers use tools such as pens to change the world.
It’s a weapon that can be wielded for good or bad.
Yet we often overlook the benefits and power this rod-shaped structure holds.
It’s another object tucked away in the corners and crevices of our daily lives.