Example Among Many

Example Among Many Standing before a distraught spouse It was about half past noon Hearing heated words of strife “I’m leaving you and very soon” “Those sacred vows; I meant for life But you broke that precious trust I have been your faithful spouse Never have I felt such disgust” A week later at about noon An emergency call came One was dead in their bedroom Soon the police knew who to blame Quickly brought in shackles to court Was found guilty by twelve peers Beyond reasonable doubt No one was elated, none cheered “Your malicious actions are rife Life without parole you’ll pay For the murder of your spouse” All there heard the trial judge say Sitting in jail with time to think Tears running down a worn face A sad heart began to sink Had lost more than one could replace How many times must it happen Over and over again Atrocious deeds of passion Causing much heartache and pain Could this be a primeval curse Consequence of Eden’s fall Lingers to spoil human worth Tainted history since mankind’s birth