Lawrence S. Pertillar Poems

Truth like a decaying tooth,
Hits a nerve if left ignored.
And eventually 'has' to come out.
Or continues to contaminate.
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Once I had been enslaved,
To maintain a good credit rating.
And doing my best to keep,
Timely payments monthly kept.
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I am not going to be the one,
To declare or call anyone stupid.
Afterall...
I have no proof,
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If 'ever' our closeness,
Should become estranged...
Slap me quickly to awaken,
Dear Father.
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Botched up and rocked by hip hop...
That has drowned out all the pop,
People 'use' to love a lot.
Although almost on top is hip hop...
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Values and standards!
Are they goals to maintain.
A way of life,
Kept sustained to remain.
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A vision kept,
Can not be sacrificed...
To regret in neglect disrespected.
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I don't consider pity,
When somebody tries to slide up...
On my ride.
To fly their own kite.
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The most difficult thing to do,
For one in a leadership position...
And is capable to lead,
Is to show an accountability witnessed...
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At nighttime I have found my mind,
Can not unwind.
You've got my insight on a hold...
All thoughts I've left behind.
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