Life Can Be a Joke That Makes You Cry

Sometimes people manipulate circumstances point fingers;
And paint accusatory renderings of destruction;
Muted with the colors of intention to misdirect and discredit.
But when the dust settles the flags of honor can still be seen flying
And even though a house of love may be under siege;
There may be some still looking to acquire entrance;
Because there is often kindness; 
And encouragement to believe in one’s self;
Even though the finger painters have told everyone they shouldn’t.
And some defenders may grow weary but continue on for reasons unknown
Yet dare to stress the importance of;
Never defecating where you eat;
Keep your friends close and your enemies even closer;
Because life can be a distorted reflection;
Of what seems larger than it really is.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
July 9, 2011 at 9:05 AM
The title caught me and the content kept me. This is truly a remarkable write. It is written with much wisdom. I simply love it. It is to me a reader's delight!
Taormina Avatar
July 9, 2011 at 12:22 PM
Thank you so much Nicole; I do love to emanate interest and delight.
Mac Donald Avatar
May 15, 2011 at 5:51 PM
Hi Leonard! A mind bender, for sure. If I keep thinking and rethinking this over, my brain will feel like pretzel. Clever and creative...so nicely done! Best wishes to you, Mikki
Taormina Avatar
May 16, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Maybe I should be sorry but do much love to creatw those twists and turns. Thanks for reading and commenting. All the best to you and yours ;) leonard
Mehta Avatar
May 15, 2011 at 5:02 AM
A nice oxymoron theme quite creative and thought provoking, leonard
Taormina Avatar
May 16, 2011 at 9:04 AM
Thank you so much Dr.Ram mehta
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