Deeds and Gains

The day will sooner come 
When I no longer am. 
For time is swift and short. 
And life is  such a sport. 
We come and go so fast
Nothing will ever last! 
They say that deeds outlive. 
Which I for sure believe. 
The things we do remain
To speak of what we gain.

12/1/2026
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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