Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

Listening!
For many requires an effort.
To do this and give others,
Their undivided attention.
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Deep and from the bowels,
Of thoughts they've been taught...
Others want to take away,
Their stolen bling.
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When an infestation begins to disease,
One's credibility allowed to be done.
Their ability to deceive,
Ongoing without it questioned to accept.
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When all eyes and ears,
Are left open.
And mouths are closed.
Leaving jaws,
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Living and drugged.
Whether described,
As a calming barbiturate.
Legally prescribed,
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Images created and kept to impress.
Have yet to leave those wishing,
For more than beans to eat.
As they await promises made,
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They blame and accuse,
To have victimized...
The ones they have historically abused,
To have disparaged with lies.
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All it takes,
Is some time to spend alone.
By anyone to appreciate,
A doing to accept one's self.
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Such extravagant displays,
Of an array and wealth...
An ignorance presented,
Given centerstage these days.
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Anyone remaining entertained,
With a listening to those declaring...
How their quality of life,
Has begun to be flushed...
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