Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

When one allows him or herself,
To follow the dictates of a child.
Perceived by others to be mature,
But isn't.
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I accept with appreciation,
Compliments from others.
Who become aware of my attempts.
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Don't expect I will know,
What to me has not been communicated.
If you have not met with me face to face,
But address your assumptions...
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If you cause me to disrespect you.
Then of course,
You will be disrespected.
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It doesn't matter how high they raise a ceiling.
It is the floor those folks need to put their feet on.
And open a few doors to exchange the foul air.
They've grown too accustomed to themselves.
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It is impossible to undo,
An awakening done to one.
Eyes and ears once closed now opened,
Connects with comprehension.
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Why are those who are baited to strike,
With the biting of venom
Eventually find they've become victims,
Of a misunderstanding they can't
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You say I disgust you?
And I say.
I appreciate your ignorance,
More than you will ever know.
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Ironically,
They wanted to see him fail.
And with effort they collectively,
Have consciously chosen to do this.
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Of course it is unconscionable.
Unscrupulous and unreasonable...
To hold those not responsible,
With a blaming of another's wicked deeds.
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