Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

Distribute to them a map.
Highlight what is needed,
For them to arrive safely to their destinations.
Do this in crayon with assorted colors.
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The creating of rivalries that eventually leave,
People improverished...
Builds up feelings of being superior,
And strengthens mental securities...
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When people begin using excuses,
To destroy themselves with self abuse...
As a means to show their abilities,
To rely on crutches that allow them...
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That banana cake taste,
Grandma use to bake.
And was loved?
Is gone with the deep dish apple pie.
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I've learned this,
About self indulgences.

Do not be too quick to share them.
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Why Don't I like you?
I don't know.
I can't put my finger on it.
I just know I don't.
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I had no idea how thick their lips of greed were!
I just 'assumed' everyone was making a fashion statement.

'Where have you been?
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'Never in my wildest dreams,
Had I ever in my lifetime 'think'
I would be so highly honored.
With such a prestigious citation.
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If I can express,
From my own point of view...
A committment to honesty,
As 'my' experience with it
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Why are you rambling?

'Why is that your concern? '
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