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You Know (In My Life)

You know In my life I have loved And I have been loved I have hated And I have been hated I have tried to kill And I have had others try to kill me I have lead others into addiction And I have lead others out of addiction I have been a Wolf And I have been a Lamb I have always dreamed of just being simple And my life has always been very complex I have a dear friend who is a Missionary Nun And one who is a convict on Death Row And I love them both equally And understand them both completely I have been all that is wrong And I am all that is right In our society I try so hard to help others see and understand How it feels to be me Yet I myself can’t fathom why Anyone would even care I have been as cold and hard as steel Yet compassion fills my every moment I cry every time I watch Forrest Gump And I rush every time I watch Pulp Fiction For I have loved with every drop of who I am And I have drank from the cup of excitement I am everything you should be And everything you shouldn’t be At the same time Many find comfort in me And many fear me Many love me Many hate me Yet everyone seems to respect me While I struggle so hard with self respect I know our Lord is using me through my poetry For this gift I did not learn or earn It struck me like a bolt of lightning in the night At the age of 41 And my soul has been in poetic turmoil ever since When I was nothing I was something Now I’m something and I’m nothing But a Poet And I find great comfort in that A special thanks to Jesse (Redman) Wasson Who inspired me to write this poem in his Last letter to me. Please pray for him he is fighting a three strikes case for his life.

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Cherilyn Fry

Date: 9/16/2008 8:50:00 AM

Michael - enjoyed the poem immensley. Wow - you have a lot going on - has given me much food for thought. Namaste, Cherilyn xx00

Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 9/15/2008 10:07:00 AM

So many people have attended dances as they grew up. Those who have the fondest memories are those who actually danced. When you look back, Michael, you danced. God Bless. Vince

Danielle White

Date: 9/13/2008 9:44:00 AM

Michael, your poetry speaks to the heart of so many of us. Life has been quite an adventure for those of us who have found poetry later in life as a means to express our pain and regrets. Keep writing, you're not "nothing" to us. Danielle

Katherine Stella

Date: 9/13/2008 9:19:00 AM

holy smokes mike you not only pour out your heart but all who comes cross this beautiful write god says he teaches us something new each day and this was my good lesson today god has saved you for he has great plans now that head is cleared up this should be featured for this should have a rightous place thanks for sharing my friend keep up the great work blessings to you and family

Heidie Buys

Date: 9/12/2008 9:00:00 AM

The positives and the negatives, the highs and the lows, are what defines you and has taken you on a life journey, shaping you into the flawed yet strong person that you are today. It takes great character to honestly look at oneself and see the good and the weakness. Love yourself for you are so very worthy. Really enjoyed reading this very introspective poem and I admire you greatly. Take care. Regards Heidie

Mohammad Yamin

Date: 9/11/2008 7:25:00 AM

A very moving poem -worthy of praise. A profound thought is picturised in this poem. A marvelous write. Thanks also for your elegant comments on my poem Loyalty. Mohammad

Sue Mason

Date: 9/10/2008 4:52:00 PM

I find great comfort in how you continue to grow, my friend. And, like you, I cry over Forrest Gump too ... LOL ... I've been goe for awhile but its wonderful to come back and find you are doing so well. Blessings in recovery from another Work In Progress ... smile ...

John Loving Iii

Date: 9/10/2008 3:49:00 PM

sound a bit like my life except hated by people who should love me, not respected by people who should. tell jesse the best of luck and that he should move. other wise this is what poetry is for . jhl

Deneen White

Date: 9/9/2008 5:14:00 PM

wish I do not do, but the bad that I do not wish is what I practice 20-If now, what I do not wish is what I do. the one working it out is no longer I, but the sin dwelling in me, you have come a long way, forgive yourself for the wrongs that you did, and then you can move forward with the future, not a lecture here or a sermon, just from someone who genuinely cares, take care D-nyce

Deneen White

Date: 9/9/2008 5:11:00 PM

but I am fleshly, sold under sin 15- for what I am working out I do not know. For what I wish this I do not practice, but what I hate is what I do, 16- however, if what I do not wish is what I do, I agree that the law is fine, 17-but now the one working it out is no longer I, but sin that resides in me, 18-for I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, there dwells nothing good, for ability to wish is present with me, but ability to work out what is fine is not present 19- for the good that I

Deneen White

Date: 9/9/2008 5:03:00 PM

Michael as usual even though you don't feel as if you are to be counted worthy, you are worthy, no one has the right to judge you except Jehovah God, no one that walks the face of this earth, because we have all sinned, and continue to fall short of the glory of God, because we inherited sin from Adam and Eve, and we are all imperfect, you remind me of Paul when he talks about the law warring within him, he said at Romans, chapter 7 verses 14-24 for we know that the law is spiritual,

Christy Hardy

Date: 9/9/2008 4:45:00 PM

Michael, I know God works miracles everyday..To be a teacher one must first have the experience to teach..You were chosen to deliver a message, and that message is Faith, Hope, and Love...through your experiences many will be lead to the Lord as you give your Testimony...you are a Lighthouse...I treasure your friendship, SHINE ON, for there are many a lost ship looking for a safe place...Always, Christy

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 9/9/2008 4:42:00 PM

Michael, this is so good in every way, that I'm not sure what else to say except you are a true inspiration, and you allow others to rise with you - for those who have been through and seen many trials and tribulations, it is a miracle, truly, to have risen above it all, and found the light with which to begin again - anew, as a child - that is where soul crystallizes into eternity. Rare, and grand. Love Kristin

Violet See

Date: 9/9/2008 2:21:00 PM

excellent work my man,I'm not depressed just have alot to say. I'mactually very happy now. recent contact from my mother after27 years has drudged up old feelings but this is only the beginning. The soup is excellent therapy for me. Thank you for letting me know I have friends out there. I intend to put forth my best as well as my worst, in good time dear friend. god bless take care

James Foulk

Date: 9/9/2008 1:20:00 PM

yes Michael this is a very beautiful and touching poem about the kind of man you are, we need more like you my friend, this was a very beautiful message that touched me deeply.

Sharon Winter

Date: 9/9/2008 12:30:00 PM

You are much more than a poet. You are a messenger of hope. You are even so much more than that. Prayers for your friend. Bearing your soul so beautifully once more. Love, Shar

Adell Foster

Date: 9/9/2008 11:57:00 AM

Michael, you have indeed allowed all to view your soul through the marvelous lines of your poetry. With each read we get to know the true you. I agree that God has a great mission for you to complete, one that you shall not be able to refuse... the trials and complexities that you've endured may just have been in preparation for a greater cause :-) Thank you for sharing the read and for reviewing "So Good" I truly appreciate you my friend. God's Love and Many Blessings, Always, Adell

Karen Feist

Date: 9/9/2008 10:54:00 AM

Michael, I want to say, "Michael, Michael, Michael..." but you can't hear me or see me shaking my head 'no'...why do people shake their heads no when at a loss for an extremely positive compliment? I am in awe of you through your writing and your recovery. This poem speaks volumes. My prayers are with Jesse and his family. It makes me crazy... who are they to judge?? He is one of us. Have a blessed day and thx for commenting on my work. love, karen

Sean Kelly

Date: 9/9/2008 10:28:00 AM

You ARE winning , Michael .. YOU ARE ... You have seen the good/bad , the highs/lows , and you are now exorcising the ghosts , in BLACK & WHITE ... SO write onnnnnnn , we're reading and with you .....

Carrie Richards

Date: 9/9/2008 10:23:00 AM

Oh Michael.....this poem makes me smile, and makes me cry for you. If this has been your life, there has been for a reason that you have been this long road of turmoil. You have been given a teaching tool in your poetry...a wonderful gift, that continues to inspire, and help others. Please always have faith in yourself...the best teachers are ones who really understand the human condition. Yes you are a poet.....and so much more! ~Blessings today and every day....Carrie