If I Carried A Gun Poem by Randy McClave

If I carried a gun
I wonder would people run,
Maybe though, if just for fun
Perhaps, I wouldn't hate everyone.

If I carried a rifle
No matter the size that's trifle,
Would people think that them I am trying to stifle
Maybe, I should also carry a Bible.

If I carried a knife
Would I be treated better in life,
Could I live stress free without strife
Perhaps, I could even impress my wife.

If I carried a bomb
Would my thoughts and my soul be calm,
Maybe if secretly I just strapped it on
Or would there still be a qualm.

If I carried my pride
As a man carries a weapon at his side,
I would take a stronger stride
And people would not run or hide.

Randy L. McClave