23 Kilograms Poem by Edwin Tanguma

23Kilograms

23 kilograms
Is really quite a bit
811 ounces
Some might say holy s***

What am I talking about
I'll say I plead the fifth
I thank My Father above
For giving me such a gift

Not the 23 kilograms
Of the metal of which I speak
But of the ore that he gave me
When I was young and oh so meek

I'll cherish it forever
Until the day I die
But I will not worship it
Its not the apple of my eye

Sure I could be a rich man
Of this I have no doubt
I could have lots of money
And my words might carry clout

Ya'll can continue seeking it
Ya'll do have that right
And I'll continue laughing
Knowing I can sleep at night

. 4/1/2015