Perpetuate
12/16/21
Still regarded mysteriously
A lot of conspiracy
In the sky, on land and near the sea
Eventually I could clearly see
Thought it'd help, but wasn't what I really need
Silly me
Can't do it foolishly
Has to be done skillfully
If I will succeed
Doing it brilliantly
Having consistency
Not taking it all so literally
Somewhat fidgety
Never lost my dignity
Still displaying chivalry
Another epiphany
Time I do it differently
A change in activity
With an increase of ability
For heavens sake
It will or won't resonate
Here let me demonstrate
Human life continues to perpetuate
Can't get the glory with second place
Worldwide not just in eleven states
There'll always be more than seven snakes
In the grass and nearby metal gates
When at your best or feeling less than great
Another incident
This is becoming a predicament
Because it doesn't always end good for the innocent
Toward your sick games, I'll be no participant
Tool or instrument
Regarding life, getting sick of it
And rather inquisitive
Respect for the complex and primitive
Nothing infinite
Staying articulate
No longer being insolent
Remaining vigilant
Also adaptable
In every direction not just diagonal
Or lateral
Working toward becoming affable
No fantasy this is actual
And factual
At times far too serious or casual
Got to work on more capital
Cautious around anything flammable
Often tactical
And practical
Many of my deeds deemed as admirable
Such talent and wisdom is invaluable
While living among animals
Some of which cannibals
Meanwhile humans think they're magical
With opinions that can be radical
So worried about being fashionable
Remember the easiest bone to break is the clavicle
Just about everything becoming taxable
By those that are tyrannical
The impact is minor or problematical
Influencing those that are fanatical
Done in person or by something mechanical
Copyright © Dalton Ogletree | Year Posted 2021
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