Shook Hands With the Devil

I shook hands with the devil
He spoke to me
I’ve been sworn to be a rebel
He told me to fight 
For my rights
As a citizen
Don’t take crap from anyone
Live your life
And make it fun
Be a rebel son
I shook hands with god
It was rather odd
He told me
Don’t be a rebel and listen to the devil
He wants to hurt you
No matter what you do
Listen to me
Climb to the peak of the tree
You can reach for the stars 
Or even mars
If you listen to me
And climb that tree
Don’t be afraid
Your future had been laid
Out on a light
Your future looks bright
Just keep your head up high
Until you die
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Moreno Avatar
October 9, 2009 at 2:55 AM
Steve, congrats on being featured this week...Raul
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October 7, 2009 at 8:16 PM
Congratulations on your featured write! Milt
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October 7, 2009 at 2:30 AM
Dear Steve, Congratulations on this well deserved feature of the week. Thank you for sharing. Love, Lainie
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October 6, 2009 at 7:30 AM
nicley penned, congrats on the featured poem!! keep sharing
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October 5, 2009 at 11:59 AM
Interesting perspective in this poem. Congratulations on having it featured this week. I wish you ongoing success with your writing. Karen
Fraser Avatar
October 5, 2009 at 11:07 AM
Congratulations on your feature poem this week >> James
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October 5, 2009 at 8:55 AM
very nice prosy poem... so tell me, who did you obey in the end?
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October 5, 2009 at 7:30 AM
Congratulations, Steve, on this featured piece! ~ Carrie
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October 5, 2009 at 3:34 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved poetry being featured this week Steve. Love, Carol
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October 5, 2009 at 3:13 AM
Congratulations on having your poem featured. A. W. Nutter www.freewebs.com/abcedit
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July 23, 2009 at 9:23 AM
Sometimes it's necessary to be a rebel. Being stubborn and sometimes a rebel is a prerequisite for success. With God, you'll know when it is necessary. Hold your head up always! Vince
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July 22, 2009 at 7:53 PM
I like this write.. I agree we do all shake hands with them both at one point .. you've been given one life to live so live it the best way you know how and to the fullest... great write
Brown Avatar
July 14, 2009 at 11:19 AM
Spectacular write Steve. Thank you for sharing. Love, Carol
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July 13, 2009 at 5:26 AM
Wow, I love this poem.
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July 11, 2009 at 8:21 PM
Amen! You said it very well.... Karla
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July 11, 2009 at 8:07 PM
In your poem, it seems that both God and the devil have offered you some good advice, Steve. Very intriguing write. Welcome to Poetry Soup. You are going to find a great audience here. Reach out and people will reach back. I'm glad I did. Such a talent! Love, Carolyn
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July 11, 2009 at 1:55 PM
I suppose we all shook hands with the devil at some stage, small or large. But live before we die, at least give it a try, we may like it - kool write Steve>>James
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July 11, 2009 at 1:29 PM
Hi Steve! and welcome to the soup! I like this creative conversation!! and thanks for your comments! jim
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