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The refrigerator door opens, the light illuminates the wine. Still we just can’t seem to comprehend, why we feel like crap all the time. Don’t speak before our morning coffee, just one more menthol cigarette. Half a dozen donuts for breakfast, and all the sugar we can get. But we go to church every Sunday, though we might nod off cause we’re bored. So we can tell folks we’re Christians, and follow the words of our Lord. We can interpret the Bible, make it say what we want it to. Does it say always love your neighbor, long as they think the same as you.

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Date: 2/21/2024 3:15:00 PM
wow, this poem is powerful and speaks a truth....misinterpreting the Bible can be a vice in and of itself...and I know plenty who do. I do believe gluttony is an overlooked vice in today's world of oversized portions, convenience, and fast food...my personal opinion. Thanks for your honesty. Well done, Jerry. Enjoy your evening, Sara
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Jerry Brotherton
Date: 2/23/2024 6:54:00 PM
Thanks Sara

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