Dark Reflections

DARK REFLECTIONS
by
JOHN M. ARRIBAS



I praise the darkness, so I may hide
The gargoyle memories within reside
The thoughtless actions, I undertook
The damage caused: I dare not look

The avaristic path,  I chose to follow
Castrated my senses, left me hollow
Failed to hear, the desperate cries of woe
Preferred to ignore them, the choice I chose

I raided the coffers looting and plunder
Now I find myself alone; is it any wonder?
I am surrounded by a mountain of wealth
Physical treasure, did not save my health

I’ve become remorseful, or, could it be fear
I contemplate my future as I await the bier
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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