I Wish
I WISH
Now I wish I didn't have, when my mother went without.
She selflessly gave out of love, of that there is no doubt.
I wish I weren't so needy, when my father worked so hard.
Toiled through day and into night so I'd be dealt a better card.
I wish I hadn't harped or begged, for the latest toy.
To possess for a little while and gave but fleeting joy.
I wish that I could give them back and give more in its place.
A little less commercial to light up someones face.
I wish I could take back the nasty things I've said.
Take them to the ocean and bury them in the sea bed.
Our words can be so hurtful, our actions can be too.
So think how would it feel to be in others shoes.
I wish I could forget the darker scenes of life.
The trouble and the termoil and deeds that eeked with strife.
But knowing that they happened, well just maybe it's ok.
To give us lessons for our life and aim for brighter days.
Copyright © Old Man Emu | Year Posted 2015
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