Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

There is nothing you have in common with me.
I have been blessed to keep the depth of my anguish,
Concealed from exposing its appearance on my face.
You have no idea what it takes,
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What there is I give,
Is given and not to borrow.
You can take it to claim it yours.
That which I give.
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Hey...
Everything done today,
Occurred as you had 'your' way.
With opportunities to contemplate,
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How severe are the changes today being made?
Remember when people who committed crimes,
Were locked away and sent to prison?
One not equipped to provide those incarcerated,
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Many incidents intended,
Has evidence as incentive.
But no one pays attention...
Or listens to what's being said,
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I've become less impressed on a daily basis,
With those who wish to express their views...
From behind a cart they push.
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There are those with insecurities,
Who believe them to be less noticeable...
If they are quick to point out the flaws,
And blemishes of others in public.
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Many young are so accustomed,
To seeing themselves addressed ignorantly...
Religiously follow like sheep in these steps,
And accept this as to reflect...
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An acceptance of what is,
To move on from it...
Increases the prospects of progress.
Although one will eventually admit,
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Keep the brighter light on your side,
And...
Make it your decision,
You're going to stay everyday with it.
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