Blame Shame

The heck with right and wrong when summed for blame
to tightly shackle fault as someone’s chain
that rattles useless, guilt linked clinks of shame.
As humans, imperfections steer each brain.
All people ride the mortal erring train.

Mistakes are not hot sparks for dramas flame,
not cause for finger wagging shakes that strain,
but growth tweaks to strengthen our divine name.
Egos and thoughts may earth imbue our grain
but they are worthless chaff in heaven’s reign.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Marcum Wong Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 1:41 PM
Yay! I was hoping to see this on the winner's list CayCay! Congratulations my friend! : ) xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 9:54 AM
hi, Caycay, I am so happy you made the winner list. I noticed Connie too is on the list. Congrats. you really deserved it.
Canerdy Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 10:35 PM
CayCay, thank you for your GREAT entry. Congratulations on your win. Janice
Proxenos Avatar
August 20, 2019 at 10:55 AM
I predict this will come 1st in a sure win - a gem of a poem, a talented write by an amazing poetess. Hugs CayCay - Jenny.
Dietrich Avatar
August 19, 2019 at 3:29 PM
Excellent message in this poem, Caycay. You are one of the most thoughtful intelligent friends I know!!
Romios Avatar
August 18, 2019 at 9:05 PM
Truly, this is beyond excelkent. Best to you CayCay! You have a depth of understanding of the human spirit. Panagiota
Brewer Avatar
August 18, 2019 at 4:40 AM
Wise observations on the futility of shame and blame, not to mention regret; skilfully and effectively expressed in this poem.
Pandit Avatar
August 17, 2019 at 7:18 AM
The ending line is the moral of the story..very powerful write CayCay..message well delivered in potent words.
Adams Avatar
August 17, 2019 at 7:13 AM
people often are quick to point fingers and blame....i like the way you penned this one Cay Cay....wonderful write and read, good luck in the contest :) hugs
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 16, 2019 at 11:19 PM
Wow CayCay! A magnificent creation my friend! I hope to see this a top winner. xxoo
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