Notes About The Poem

Somehow the original was deleted. I really hate it because I appreciate all the readers who commented and offered congratulations. ~Susan

I'M Guilty

I confess and waive all my rights 
Premeditated crime in plain sight 
Songs will be written ‘bout my spree 
I’m guilty of “love in the first degree”* 

Duly convicted to a life sentence 
Gonna serve my time, it's my penance 
An early release is not for me
I’m locked in your love for eternity 
 

Written 3/2/2016
 
*’Love In The First Degree’ by Alabama appears on the album Alabama (1980)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Makama Avatar
May 9, 2016 at 1:01 PM
Absolutely brilliant and beautiful. A great 7 for me friend.
Gentry Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 8:01 AM
Awesome! Thank you!
La France Avatar
March 24, 2016 at 9:05 AM
Susan, I know you must be so disappointed at losing your original poem, it is quite wonderful and I am loving it 7, did it place in the contest ?
Gentry Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 8:02 AM
Thank you!! I believe it did...
Lane Avatar
March 22, 2016 at 11:43 AM
Thank you for reposting, Susan.
Gentry Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 7:59 AM
Thanks.
Tor Avatar
March 22, 2016 at 10:42 AM
Wow Susan this is so clever! I will make it a favorite!
Gentry Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 7:58 AM
Thanks michael!
Mark Avatar
March 22, 2016 at 10:16 AM
It's just as good ...lol...
Gentry Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 7:58 AM
Thanks!
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