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As It Was Written

I write this for screams that rest in some and serenity that cheers others… I write this as we appear as one and sink alone beneath a chosen fear A favoured melody can been heard but another torn asunder, I write this as days decline a night or a welcome dawn steps aside I say this for you to know that the faceless strike a rising chord I side with those who try and bury their grief with rested saints I ride this weathered swell to fall for grace to know a tear, I sow and reap with those to whom we do this unwanted life bequeath

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 8/12/2016 7:19:00 PM
Life is a challenge for all. And then, no matter how well planned "If not for the Grace of God...". This is very well written work! Really got me thinking.
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Lebo Bopalamo
Date: 8/15/2016 11:30:00 AM
Thanks, Joe. You did get the message I intended.

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