It's Not Me This Time

It's like I can't do anything right 
Like everything I do deserves a fight
Is it because I am wrong 
Like slow dancing to a really fast song
Or is it because I try to make peace 
But all of our money has just been released 
Living check to check is the best way to struggle 
Since I talk to much I may need a muzzle
But will shutting me up really help?
Like smoking weed did to Michael Phelps
I don't think I'm really the issue 
Just a target to aim your missile
When the smoke clears what is left?
Just a kid who is scared to death 
Maybe I don't think I will die
But to say I'm not tire is just a lie
And I don't want to lie about me 
Stop saying I'm the problem and you will see...
It's not me, this time
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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December 7, 2011 at 11:13 AM
Enjoyed reading your excellent poetry today and hope to be back soon to read more Emmanuel. This time of year we all are so busy and I for one don't have a lot of time right now but I will try. I love reading the poetry of the many talented poets here at the Soup. Hope to be reading your poetry for many more years to come. Thank you for sharing your poetry with us and may you always find the inspiration to continue with your writing endeavors whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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