This seems like a harsh truth but self-pity is tiring after a time. Those who indulge in it are often lying to themselves and they're not fooling anyone, least of all, themselves. This is a powerful poem, my friend.
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It sure does get tiring...I appreciate your insight.
j.
Is this advice or blame, jacob? Methinks it will depend on where people stand on the content, how the words are interpreted. The liar manipulates, truth might might have been manipulated - who knows. As ever, you offer words and set the air alight!
'dry your bogus eyes
and live on with your own lies.'
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and you have keen insight, dear poet,'
thank you for your words,
j.
The sharp words and foresight have a poet in their breaths. Love it!
- mou
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thank you, mou.
I was about to scrap this one.
j.
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Originally from Bronx, NY, I live in Carbondale, Illinois...teach English at a community college and have been writing and publishing poetry since 1970. I am here to read for inspiration from other po.. more..