Father

Be silent!
Your tears speak of blasphemy
Your heart wallows in pride
Pray?
How so?
Do you know him?
Did you love him?
He dies for one word

Speak!
Your eyes beg for words
Your thoughts betray your lips
Forgiveness?
How so?
Did you ask him?
Do you love him?
He lives for one word

“Son?”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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