A Kindness

A Kindness

I have been hardened, polished,
by the inequities of life’s demons.
Scarred by the evil of the “holy”.
redeemed not by a savior,
but by a kindness, awakened
to the truth that I am not like them
nor should I allow them 
to destroy who I am.


11/14/2016

submitted to – Quote Prompt I – Free Verse – Poetry Contest
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November 15, 2016 at 7:27 AM
Great message and attitude my friend. This one really struck a chord.
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November 15, 2016 at 12:03 PM
Thanks Chris. I have often been asked "why do you do the things that you do?"....my usual answer :"Because I can't let the bastards win."
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November 14, 2016 at 8:49 PM
Very well said John; good luck in the contest!:)
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November 15, 2016 at 12:04 PM
Thanks you Cheryl
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