Like And Dislike Poem by Francis Duggan

Like and dislike only human feelings when all is said and done
But i cannot bring myself to hate anyone
For hatred a stronger form of dislike that seems to grow over time
That can lead the hater against the hated one to commit a serious crime
Only a saint could love everyone unconditionally
And living saints are rare would you not agree
And though as the sinned against the one who has sinned against you for you hard to forgive
Why live with a grudge for as long as you live
The feelings of like and dislike are quite human indeed
But a strong sense of dislike to hatred can plant the seed
And hatred for anyone something in your life that you do not need
As it has given rise to many a foul deed.