A Devil's Going Down

"Indian give," your hate for me
So I may live my life so free.
Return to sender, every lie,
Go on this bender 'til you're dry.
Now sing the song inside your heart
You, all along, knew how to start.
It goes, like sunday, peacefully,
Full rows of pews who pray for thee.
Your tears, upon my shoulders, bake,
The fears are gone, for heaven's sake.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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George   Avatar
July 19, 2011 at 5:11 PM
Great writing, Edward. Many congrats on your SUPER WIN. Lainie
Sweetheart Avatar
July 15, 2011 at 7:31 AM
Congrats Edward on your amazing win with this lovely creation in poetry ...
Brown Avatar
July 15, 2011 at 4:51 AM
Congratulations Edward on the win in Brian's "Poetes" contest. Love, Carol
Ross Jr. Avatar
July 14, 2011 at 5:40 PM
provocative, with a barb,deceit, emotion. I like it.
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