25 Alive

My whole life twisted around a moment and when that moment's not enough lord let me not forget to die. 'Cause my whole life I've lived with the numbing knowledge that I would be dead before I'm 25. Many times I have cried or I've smiled or I've laughed, but thru it all I've never stole a soul with a lovely lie, be that as it may, respect the blessing, tho I never asked to be alive.

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Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 3/23/2012 7:55:00 AM

I am enjoying reading up on all the poetry I can today. I am happy yours was one that I was able to read today. The weekend is here and I must also make time for my family life. I will be back on Monday as usual and I wish you a beautiful weekend filled with renewed inspiration Olin. Love, Carol

Joann Grisetti

Date: 3/23/2012 3:36:00 AM

This seems so sad, but do remember to 'respect the blessing'. Philosophically, is it 'better' to know this or not.

Judy Oketch

Date: 3/23/2012 1:21:00 AM

I love your poetry!!!