Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

So difficult it is to understand an anguish,
When ambushed within one's zone of safety.
And that which threatens,
Comfortably sits near and goes ignored.
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Live to know.
With a desire to experience and grow,
As observant to all that there is that exists.
The mystery is in the nonacceptance.
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You must know why,
I like our nights of leisure.
The moment you sigh...
I turn the lights,
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It depends on if you are serious.
I can only show I am...
If you say you are.
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Teach me not to nibble and feed,
On an appetite of my own selfish needs.
I am seeking a new diet,
That inspires a fresh insight.
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Did I mention,
My black eye pea stew to you?
Well...
This is what you do.
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It wasn't me!
But you who were maneuvered,
To move in and sleep...
With the demon.
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Have the happiest of holidays.
Live each moment as if you have been gifted!
Know that you have...
And begin to unwrap and witness the glow within!
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The information I received,
I got from you.
I'm only restating to you what was heard.
And now you say,
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To embrace and know one's identity from birth,
Is not a rare occurrence...
As those on the pursuit to impress others,
Would want many to believe.
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