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We become our worst enemies, thus self reflection

Innocence

Long ago
a year or so
I received accolades a plenty
I won this, and I won that
I was on top of it all
I was almost the whole shebang
I was important
I was all about me
I pandered and pounded
I wanted attention and I won
I was sad, when my cheating was undone

Caught with the red herring deep in my mouth
I left to sulk a bit and have a wee pout
then I figured out after I was caught
there was a way to still receive
the praise I so sought
once a month
that's how she works
post only then
the egoists trophy is my new perk
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Bangalee Avatar
November 28, 2018 at 12:42 AM
so have to rub out the ego! /// lovely writings
Solomon Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 10:19 PM
Whoever could you mean, I wonder? Classic Bear style
Roper Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 8:55 PM
A story tells a story...
Allison Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 6:14 AM
Lol Arthur you sure tell it as it is, but this person sure is a fishy character. I enter fewer contests have slipped down so many lists but I still try and remain active on the site, I will fiercely contest the one title I have... the queen of poop on soup lol, adding this gem to my faves:-) Hugs Jan xx
Solomon Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 10:19 PM
Lmao
Andresen Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 4:41 AM
- I've never been concerned about titles, trophies, medal or stars - I do my best and that's good enough :) - (Answer to my last poem: - The world is cold ... both of ice and human feelings .... ) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Vaso Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 4:46 AM
The world is cold, you are a bright light that warms us all!!!!
Vaso Avatar
November 27, 2018 at 4:45 AM
Still I give you a trophy, filled with hugs!!!!!
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