A Shame

His heart, once tattered,
recalls the scars
grown around forgotten misdeeds.

Blame became a
knife, exposing 
tender, underdeveloped nerves.

Today, the accidental push
sends him, descending 
into anger and remorse.

It's a shame.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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August 26, 2008 at 3:38 PM
So very well written and deep insight into the human psyche. The scars and baggage we carry around can be crippling. You are so right, it is a shame. Well done. Regards Heidie
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April 11, 2018 at 1:34 PM
Thank you, Heidie. I struggle with feelings of shame, but I'm facing them.
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