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My funeral cortege has reached its destination I see the serious visages of many, And sniffs from the hearts of my cherished few. My soul has a quick run through of my deeds Pride that I loved and sacrificed true Head held high when those around me stooped and fell. I kept my values firm and didn't waver When I heard the ethical call and fought for the righteous Though commented upon but earned my respect. Finicky for etiquette's, I raised the standards of many Built up their confidences when they were low Enveloped them in my arms and told them I was there. Yet regretted for allowing myself to be abused At the hands of my dear undear when I was a child Thus toughened my girls not to roughen with the wild. My dreams I didn't follow and repented awhile Age laid out the plans of the One above all I resigned and smiled at the flow of my life. Happy I've left my family well equipped Nurtured each with much more than complete love To show largesse to sufferers and boldly face life's dilemma's. I learnt to accept the unaccepted till my journey's end In foolish innocence didn't avail opportunities of unexplored A second chance would have been alike, for I know I am I. I hear the crackle of fire light my pyre My girls and my love ritualise my flight from life Into the hearts of my most adorable few. March 16, 2016 Contest: Lament Of My Life Sponsor : Casarah Nance
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