Grudges

They are so overrated
Yet commonly used
Many of Which
Never quite diffuse

What is the purpose 
Egotism and gangs
Fighting and rivalry
Hate and shame 

What happened to that saying 
forgive and forget
Let go and let live
Carpe diem never fret

Get over the problem
Shake hands and move on
Regret is the worst
When the victim is gone

Being sorry is okay
Showing you care
Admit you were wrong
Climb your next stair

Life is too short 
As we all now realize 
Never hold grudges 
It's ruined many lives
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Jordan Avatar
February 11, 2009 at 6:48 AM
Alyssa - Very powerful message in this poem - I was once a Gang Member inside Prison - In fact I was the IAC mac-rep - now I'm just a simple old man - loved the message - God Bless, MJ
Prance Avatar
February 10, 2009 at 7:23 PM
Ther are a lot of people that is hard for them to say I,m sorry or forgive me because they don't like to admit they are wrong maybe someone with an unforgiving heart will read this, good write, God Bless, Marie
Degenhardt Avatar
February 10, 2009 at 12:41 PM
You could say that again! That's just a waste of time. Excellent rhyme with a wonderful message. Michael
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