Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

How prevalent is the act of promiscuity?
Well...
I am sure there are some parents today,
Who have become a bit leery, hesitant and cautious...
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What happened to the beautiful home,
That once elegantly stood here?
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The only time I appreciate,
Having been married before...
Is when I am reminded,
That I too have had that experience.
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It isn't wise to say unkind things,
Behind another's back.
It isn't wise or advisable to do that.
One never knows 'who' or 'what' is listening.
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Unchanged,
With a wish to remain the same...
People dare to make claims,
Of better days for them that come.
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I did not awaken with dreams to write.
Or decide I was creative.
I awakened each day trying to fight it,
This appetite I had.
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We all make those decisions,
To follow that which attracts...
Our footsteps to walk on certain paths.
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Anyone who obtains success,
With claims they are surprised by it...
Have been taught to express humility.
As if for them,
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If you've noticed it,
You are the one 'hanging-in-there' convinced...
That things take time and it is never too late,
For situations to change if one remains patient.
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If anyone can hop on one foot,
Dared by someone to do it...
Why would this same person complain,
About a path they have chosen to follow?
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