Look At Ourselves

If we look in the mirror
What do we see
If we look behind us
Is it other than thee

If we do a wrong
Does it make it right
If we apologise
Does it change our sight

To all who have done wrong
Raise your hands
If not here
In other lands

There is many a crime
So hideous and wrong
But to do wrong once
We sing that same song

Its the level of wrong
That we distinguish to discuss
The misdemeanour
And the out and out cuss

Others will recover
A different path they will follow
Others will re-offend
It's their bitter pill, they will swallow

So there comes a time
To judge some less
Allow their reunion
Their second test

Jimmy Anderson
A young man at thirty one
Allow him this chance
His new life has began

Look back on this day
As we look at ourselves
How many off us, could have been
Left on a shelf



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Chircop Avatar
November 10, 2009 at 9:33 PM
Great tribute to a wonderful person..Charma
Sweetheart Avatar
November 10, 2009 at 5:19 PM
Hi James... got one photo posted on blog sent to u earlier.. cannot post the others... so we can "look at ourselves" and enjoy the beautiful and handsome poets on the Soup.. Linda-Marie
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November 10, 2009 at 12:21 PM
Much for the reader to think about in this poem. I agree with Carolyn. I see others are pondering about this one too. To touch others is an important gift. Thank you for sharing yours. Karen
Freeman Avatar
November 10, 2009 at 8:36 AM
Your poem brings to light some very important questions, to ask ourselves, James. About just how serious we are about what is right. Sincerely, Moses
Segal Avatar
November 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Really great poem! thank you for your congrat's how did that happen? love Simone
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November 9, 2009 at 9:40 AM
I agree with Carolyn James,....judge not ! Great write Sir ! james
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November 9, 2009 at 9:15 AM
This is going into my fav's Highlander... (And my curiosity makes me wonder ... Who Is Jimmy?) (smile) ... But true to your words ... 'We' are all in the same row-boat (some just row faster, and harder, than others but all have to plug-up (forgiveness) leaks in the boat ... MoonBee
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November 9, 2009 at 12:39 AM
Seems like serious insite, to ones self, to do wrong is one thing, not to learn is another. All in what you do with you new found knowledge, is what you become. Good insight, interesting poem, good work, keep writing. Judy Riley
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November 8, 2009 at 11:20 AM
We all need second chamces with no judgement. Beautiful and inspiring poem, James!
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November 8, 2009 at 10:25 AM
Hope Jimmy has a chance to read this, James. There is a lot of truth in your words. We all make mistakes -- human nature -- but remorse and efforts to correct our actions earn us second chances. And it is my belief that only God should be our judge; none of us are so great that we should cast judgment on others. A very spirited, heartfelt write! Love, Carolyn
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November 8, 2009 at 7:29 AM
I feel for anyone during youth that ends up doing something that they regret and have consequences that last for a very long time or even a lifetime. If the person is truly sorry and ask forgiveness and turns around with the aid of people who will help, I think that they deserve the oppourtunity to live a normal life. You have written good poem on the topic of life gone bad. Keep writing. Sara
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November 8, 2009 at 7:19 AM
U always amaze me with your poetry, James.. this is very introspective in its content.. not many of us are honest when we look in the mirror every day.. it should be the soul reflection we see instead of who we want to be.. just be ourselves and we won't get in trouble.. have u joined in on Dane Ann's "Our Many Blessings" segment yet? cool.. u will like.. and u are most welcome .. it was my pleasure to tribute U for U and Carolyn are my "wings" .. enjoy your Sunday... Linda-Marie, "Sweetie"
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