Mea Culpa Poem by John Fenton Mcleish

Is the enemy of mine enemy my friend
Is it sometimes alright to pretend
For these wrongs I will be condemned
Knew it was a lie but did defend

To take sides when I know its not right
Am I as bad as those I do fight
To face darkness and turn from the light
This internal struggle to be my plight

Does the end justify the means
When nothing appears as it seems
Didn't turn out as I saw in my dreams
Twisted and distorted in these 'eans (eyes)

I shall surely be cast into hell
How I got here in truth cannot tell
My soul in stupidity did sell
Ignored warning signs and alarm bell

Before you on knees I atone
For this guilt I must suffer alone
In hades I do endlessly roam
I understand if pity you have none

I betrayed you and I am your son
So arrogant thought it was just fun
How I regret what I have become
Please forgive me father for what I have done
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