Before the World Began Who Were We

Before you held me like twine   
before the sun rose just to die  
I heard a battle axe cry, mine    
What were we, before   ? 

To each other we were cast 
like two dice in a bar brawl 
numbered days of anger 
Before you gave me a name 
what were we, to each other  ?

End of the season you are the reason 
sleepless nights turn into nightmare 
what hurts the most is that you care 
father son fights, a separate dance 
why couldn't we get along, dad  ? 

Before the world began, who were you to me,  
they say time heals, then why today can't we ?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Laurie Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 9:49 PM
Hello Mystic Rose ... oh yes, things can change, but rarely stay the same once one hundred percent becomes fifty - thanks Mystic Rose - Lindsay
Baker Avatar
November 17, 2021 at 10:25 AM
Provacative poem Mystic, A lot to think about. Bill
Pandit Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 6:19 AM
Much depth to your questions my friend in this reflective write. Your ending line spells the essence of your poem.
Buhagiar Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 5:51 AM
Healing is important but alas it takes two t tango. But you have the right disposition. Well written. Hugs.
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