No Grievances Permitted

Spooling southward on shattered wing-
I ache to fold from life’s cruel sting! 
(I’d rather die, than say goodbye)
Because I can’t repent this suffering

(A reinvention of 'No Assembly Required')
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Agustin Avatar
January 27, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
A  Avatar
January 31, 2016 at 9:14 PM
Joshua, A great pleasure to find and read your poem today. Love -- SKAT --
Dietrich Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 11:30 PM
wow, I agree with sandy's assessment: so few words, such big impact. Congrats to you
Adams Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 8:04 PM
so few words...such a big impact...nicely penned...congrats on your win :)
Anglesey Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 11:01 AM
A truly magnificent re-invention. Well done and congrats on your well deserved win :)
Lamoureux Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:55 AM
Congratulations, well done.
Bantawa Avatar
November 12, 2013 at 7:21 AM
congrats and a lovely write.
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