Counterfeit

They aren't my family
Even though 
we are related.
They are competitive
in a one man race.

They pretend to love you
Even though 
I know it's fake.
Their actions 
give them away.

They take and take and take
Even though
they are full.
They lack empathy
A vital tool.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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June 1, 2023 at 1:28 AM
Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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