Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

I believed the Ten Commandments,
Were sins we were not to commit.
And I understand them as 'commands'!
And not to be applied as 'we' see fit!
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We all graduate,
To various stages that take place.
With a leaving behind that which has been defined,
As our minds expand to face new challenges.
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I think your visons are very clear
And panoramic...
In delivery!
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There is so much more to life,
Than the gathering of stones to throw
Or marathon talks about blues and strife.
Do people like that...
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When sweet love is sent to you,
The heart that sends it
Shoulders your reception,
Holds you accountable...
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The only ones offended...
And pretend they have a right,
To fight against and defend
Expressions that lend themselves
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How can anyone conscious of a deed done...
Later admit,
They were not aware of it?
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One day,
When the importance of being human...
Becomes thought of as a gift to share,
With others equally blessed and knowing it...
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The rest might...
Criticize.
The rest might,
Analyze the times.
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Turn around.
Don't show me your back,
Give me eye contact.
Stop staring at the ground.
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