A Look Inside

I look into the mirror of my soul And an image does unfold. Is this really me This creature that I see? When did I open the gate For this demon known as hate? When did I let envy in With all his other kin? With all these demons living there I have no room to spare. If love should knock upon my door I'd have to put him on the floor. It won't take these demons long To sing that fellow's death song. They'd walk on him both night and day If he should try to stay. This hate must be a parent thing Breeding many negative offspring. Hate and envy, strong or mild Which is father? Which is child? I must evict these trespassers. They've got to look for other pastures. I'll send them all away today I'll not put up with such as they. Alright hate, I'll start with you You seem to be big man in this crew You go find some other place to lurk And do your dirty work. Don't forget to take the others with you I want nothing more to do With you, your friends or your relations. None of you had invitations. I don't remember how or when you came But I know how you play your game. I have studied your book of rules And I also know your tools You wear many masks to disguise Yourself from human eyes. Like a chameleon, you change your hue To blend in any view. Hurry up and go. I've got work to do Cleaning up this mess after you. If love should stop by here some day I'll have a decent place for him to stay