Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

Certain fragrances only become noticeable,
And stand out from the others...
When these unfamiliar scents are given attention.
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An endangered quality of life,
Symbolized by idols adorned...
And things worshiped to value,
Is not recognized as endangered...
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Deceits fed are no different,
In the keeping of delusions alive...
Than mentally abusing someone,
On a continual and daily basis.
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People everywhere are starving.
And waiting for a taste of humanity.
Waiting for the feeding of greed to subside,
To embrace the benefit that comes from sharing.
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The more my mind expands,
Into a broadening clarity that connects...
I see how easy it is for many to invest,
Their time in unrest and acceptance of evilness.
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How much is something said missed,
If one has to be reminded of it?
When surprised by a chance meeting.
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Good could not exist all alone,
Without evil near to feed it...
In a duality that is lived as is.
Nor could a mediocrity flourish in climates,
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Beyond the boundaries of my own consciousness,
Is an existence that solicits my imagination.
It comes to tease me periodically,
With revelations...
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There is a freedom that exists,
Without the preferences of wishes.
And there are no better strides to make,
Than those that are placed one takes...
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If I did not have my own dreams to fulfill,
I would be envious each time...
You came to compare your life to mine,
With announcements of your happiness.
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