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Simple Kind Of Nothing
by Jersey D GibsonMy God lacks the balls
to tell me that I'm wrong.
My nation lacks the brains
to do what is good and right.
My country lacks the spine
to stand up for it's crimes.
My world lacks the pride
to keep itself pure.
My people lack the decency
not to kill, main, or plunder.
My family lacks the normality
to sit down together for dinner.
My life lacks the purity
of a simple kind of life.
I lack the courage
to do something to make it better.
03/11/2003 Posted on 03/12/2003
Copyright © 2024 Jersey D Gibson
| Member Comments on this Poem |
| Posted by Adrian Calhoun on 03/12/03 at 03:25 AM Sometimes the slackers bring about the best revolts. "Only you can prevent forest fires" |
| Posted by Lori Johnson on 03/14/03 at 02:43 AM Well, this one just simply slapped me right in the face. I gripe & complain about these anti-war protests, but sit back & do nothing. Thanks for the awakening, I needed it. :) |
| Posted by Anne Engelen on 03/14/03 at 03:11 PM the message is clear and simple! great read:) |
| Posted by Chris Sorrenti on 03/14/03 at 05:07 PM Sad reflection. Adds new meaning to Gavin's belief that much of the world is morally bankrupt. |
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