Finite

Systematic dismantling of
     unselfish giver
left to bear the flag
     of testament
lest you forget why he is
     here
for
you.

Take care of him
    as you do not remember
from whence he
brought
you.

His heartbeats are not limitless.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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