Ego's Game of Life and Death

It can't be that important
If I believe it came
That it arrived here long ago
And I did play its game

I saw the ones before me
I saw them all the same
It told me differentiate
By giving each a name

I saw a world give voices
To those who would take aim
With bow and arrow, knife, or gun
To decimate and maim

It can't be that intrusive
If I don't go to shame
But now I make a better choice of
Where I place my blame
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Lokken Avatar
March 2, 2009 at 8:19 PM
Beautiful, and best wishes in this new chance of yours expressed so wonderfully.:) Best wishes, Sara
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March 2, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Much to think about in your words. Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! What an exciting time for you. Keep on writing. Thank you for taking time to comment on my poem. Have a good day! Karen
Mcallion Avatar
March 2, 2009 at 5:36 AM
Really enjoyed this one. Full of depth and improves on every read
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