One More Statistic Poem by ivor or ivor.e hogg
One More Statistic
A random act of violence,
An unpremeditated blow
which devastates two families.
A difference only of degrees
Because a drunkard took offence
against someone he did not know.
Another of life’s tragedies
The victim gone beyond recall
and his assailant locked away
for years behind a prison wall.
That is the price he has to pay.
More victims added to the toll
that’s yearly claimed by alcohol.
27-Apr-08
I feel this poem, a great friend of mine was killed in a drunken fight 2 years ago..never found the culprits though, which hurts more.. But a great poem never the less Thanks for sharing all the very best J, L
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4/26/2024 9:20:36 AM # 1.0.0.1119
Good write Ivor! The abuse of alcohol does cause much sadness and tragedy for many victims and their families, great share! ! *10*! ! Friend Thad