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Brother Whosoever

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To a dog, an empty hand's cause even a well-intentioned one flinches an involuntary jaw.. your neighbor's just the same. Have you grown leery the open palm? wearied away as your brother's keeper. Not responsible to his good name nor good will as guarded trustee over your godchildren. No blame to you, good sir or madam- No right or wrong by royal decree monastic or fiduciary.. nor heavy handed scepter to wield relinquished or relished as monarchal beneficiary. Just the same, I in fealty or name skeptically question right from wrong.. guilty as charged all the day long. Often what I read and I see, some people scare me put in my brother's shoes I probably would too.

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Date: 10/3/2023 1:48:00 PM
a truly thought-provoking read...it's hard understanding the difference between right and wrong. Some people scare me too. :-)
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Date: 10/1/2023 7:57:00 AM
Wow,great poem. Definetly thought provoking. I like the ending too. Well done. I hope you have a beautiful day :)
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Date: 10/1/2023 7:28:00 AM
This reminds me of Rodin’s famous work…The Thinker!These days in CA and other states,gangs help themselves to gym shores, Apple Products and Gucci bags, no foiodmind you. The food stamp progr is a fraud. Almost anyone who works is eligible.so, do not feel guilty, stealing is a way of life. Dress poorly, roam the streets? No. Give to Bona Fide charities-you are a good man. Just be in action, Pangie xx
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Date: 10/1/2023 2:33:00 AM
Questioning right from wrong is a chore placed on a conscience. Thought provoking lines, Richard.
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