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Step Away

There have been many times I stepped up to the plate, Times when I sometimes mistook anger for hate. Then as time passed I began to wonder, Living this life could soon put me under. So then I made a conscious decision, To walk away and to hell with derision. My family were now my prime concern, For them alone I had a lesson to learn. When folk came to me, trouble to seek, I had to have courage to turn my cheek. It was so bloody hard for me not to hit out, I knew I was stronger than a miserable lout. Now I am older living a peaceful life at last, I love my wife,much more than a violent past. © Dave Timperley 09 September 2016

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Daniel Turner

Date: 9/9/2016 10:33:00 AM

I can relate strongly with this poem, Dave. I too was once filled with hate and anger. Now , I try to let it go as quickly as it comes. I enjoyed the read my friend and God bless:)

Dave Timperley
Date: 9/9/2016 11:04:00 AM

Struggled for years Dan, OK ow though. Putting it on paper makes it sound more dramatic than it was as it was small incidents spread out over many years. Think I have to much time on my hands now, so thoughts kick in. God Bless. D.