Manual for a Pallbearer
There is no manual
on how to become a pallbearer
you are chosen
you are just chosen
you become the chosen on.
To be a proficient pallbearer
You need a sleepy stride
like somebody who's coming down from a high
You'll need a strong copper handled grip
because you don't want to let down the one
who's carried you for so long...
and you must have a stoic face-like a snake
no tears allowed on the deep green grass of the Everlast
you must be stoic for the crowd
save the tears for them
There's no training manual
on how to become a
pallbearer.
No resume needed
You are just chosen.
Copyright © Anthony Biaanco | Year Posted 2025
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