Evanescent

Ephemeral is this life. Do not be
Vain and squander it randomly,
Allow for humility and affection.
Narcissism is the worst sin
Enticing one’s soul down a 
Slippery slope of
Conceit and debauchery;
Enlightened yourself to this
Nebulous life which is 
Temporary like a shimmering bubble.


~01/04/2016
~Any Poem contest by Broken Wings
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Hamilton Avatar
April 16, 2016 at 8:15 PM
Really enjoyed this Abdul.
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January 26, 2016 at 10:14 PM
ABDUL, Congratulations on your winning poem. XOX - LINDA -
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January 18, 2016 at 8:57 AM
ABDUL, Congrats on your any poem win. ** SKAT **
Inman Avatar
January 17, 2016 at 8:54 AM
Abdul, nice insightful write.
Allison Avatar
January 16, 2016 at 5:32 PM
Lovely acrostic Abdul congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Makama Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 10:50 AM
#7 truly underrates this magnificent piece.. Absolutely brilliant
Mandani Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 6:05 PM
Appreciate your comments very much. Thanks Funom.
Hamilton Avatar
January 11, 2016 at 6:41 PM
Great acrostic Abdul, should do well, if this is for Broken Wings I think your ok for the date, check her rules, this has great flow!
Mandani Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 6:06 PM
Thanks John.
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