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Truth Beats the Lies

Today I pen this poem for all of you Know in your hearts every word is true There was once a time that I was insane Everyone I loved, I caused them pain Grandparents to my children’s hearts I honestly tore them all totally apart Uncles, Aunts, Sisters and Brothers She hadn’t drown probably my mother The best of friends and all of my mates No one was exempt from sharing my hate My hate was a river that forever poured My soul was thing that I forever ignored So why is that not the Michael Jordan of today One day I ask of the Lord, “Please guide my way” The road wasn’t easy true change never is My life was no longer mine I considered it his And what he ask, what he wanted me to do Is use myself as an example of how to be true Being true to myself I quickly learned was the key I couldn’t anything for you till I was honest with me And no matter what I do it could never be enough When it comes to amends I have a lifetime of stuff But none of that matters it no longer matters at all I now bow to the Lord but to the world I stand tall I no longer hold to excuses or offer up alibis I have learned how to let go of all of the lies My truth is my shield as I write for the Lord My heart writes lyrics as my soul plays the chords I don’t even really know what this poem is about Sometimes I’m blown away by what comes pouring out I guess it’s just another way to rise above the sin For it’s the words I write that teaches me to win What am I trying to win, I do hope it shows A little more love in my heart and light in my soul What this poem is about I have come to realize No matter how much it hurts the truth beats the lies

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Deneen White

Date: 11/8/2008 4:44:00 PM

have written has made a difference in people that you may never meet, and the icing on the cake is that what you write, you write from the heart, and that is what makes you a great poet because it is inspired of actual events, take care my friend, Deneen

Deneen White

Date: 11/8/2008 4:42:00 PM

you do not see yourself as being worthy, and even though you may have hurt people in your past when you were on the wrong track, maybe that had to occur for you in order to be the man that you are today, we all ahve regrets and mistakes that we have made along the way, but how we have become shaped is not in spite of our past, but because of our past, you have ask for forgiveness and it has been granted to you, you are a great write, my friend, and believe me when tell you the things that you

Deneen White

Date: 11/8/2008 4:37:00 PM

I feel the love and passion radiate within this write, all that matters is that God saw something in you that you did not see in yourself, awesome write, outpouring of self-introspection, and Michael know that there is nothing to apologize for, soemtimes we all get caught up in the rat race of life, and all of it's problems, soomn this will be a thing of the past, it is great to know that people I have never met feel such compassion and care, for you as well Michael,

Darren J Mcmurray

Date: 11/8/2008 10:53:00 AM

this is a very nice poem. I was intrigued by the comment you left me about a poem of mine moving to a next level. I am lost within understanding that for I find nothing of my poems other than being readable. how do you know if a poem has moved to the next level? Just thought i'd ask, you have some wonderful poetry here. Darren.

Mc Mc

Date: 11/6/2008 7:20:00 AM

CORDIAL COUPLETS ALRIGHT!! GREAT JOB!! My truth is my shield as I write for the Lord My heart writes lyrics as my soul plays the chords So why is that not the Michael Jordan of today One day I ask of the Lord, “Please guide my way” (PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS) WHOLE POEM GRAND AND LIKED THESE ABOVE ALOT TOO!

Cecil Hickman

Date: 11/5/2008 8:45:00 PM

So wise these words that you have penned Truth is always the way,,Lies just breed more and more lies and everyone who lies eventually gets caught,,your words are also a testiment to your change and hopefully they will lead others,, this truly a powerful piecewhich flows from both your heart,soul and mind,,,and again thank you for reading and leaving your words upon my poetry,,,blessings..Cecil

James Foulk

Date: 11/4/2008 8:32:00 PM

a very moving and tender piece of poetry. thank you for reading my grasshoppers on parade and encounter with danger. even though that happened 58 years ago, i remember it like it was yesterday. my mom did not know about it until i was a grown man, your support of my poetry means so much to me and i thank you.

Christopher Higgins

Date: 11/3/2008 7:32:00 AM

The truth is always a shield because it gives cofidence and security no matter what. I am in awe again of your heart. Thanks, Chris.

Sharon Winter

Date: 11/2/2008 3:39:00 PM

I could read your story in poetry over many times and every time is still as inspiring as the first. Your truth, your love, your honesty - your friendship - is everything. Love, shar

Daver Austin

Date: 11/2/2008 4:03:00 AM

Congrats, Mike, on your transformation. Your poetry will, no doubt, be an inspiration to others. Love, daver

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 11/2/2008 3:48:00 AM

Yes it does, every single time! An inspiration, you are - let your love light shine always! Kristin

Brian Strand

Date: 11/2/2008 1:27:00 AM

Michael your words are always faithful & true especially like'My truth is my shield as I write for the Lord'May everything you write be to honour Him.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 11/1/2008 2:56:00 PM

Thank you for letting us see into your life..and the truths there-in. What a treasure you are...they say nothing that is worth anything comes easy..you are worth so much. BG

Michael Torres

Date: 11/1/2008 1:54:00 PM

Sometimes the holy spirit leads you in thoughts and as you get the thoughts you create the words that have such holy and inspiring meaning. This is an example of that Michael. The angels are clapping on this one. God bless you Michael and family Love Michael

Margaret Okubo

Date: 11/1/2008 1:35:00 PM

What a powerful pouring out of the soul.Excellent. Makes me examine my conscience. Thank you Michael for this revealing write. Margaret.

Christy Hardy

Date: 11/1/2008 12:34:00 PM

One lie has to be covered so many times, the truth is so simple...you are just amazing....I am so thankful I have wonderful friends like you....Always, Christy...my son is doing great...

Nigel Fawcett

Date: 11/1/2008 12:16:00 PM

Your poems are always so amazingly open and honest, as well as beautifully written Michael. Isn't that the truth, that truth always beats lies. Lies are like a cancer, they just get bigger and bigger until they are all consuming. Lovely write. Love to you, Nigel