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The Lost Son

The Lost Son Troubled Child, tell me of your past, tell me what's in your head, tell me of your fears, and I will put them at ease. Afflicted Soul, tell me of your heartache, tell me of your pain, tell me of your sorrows, and I will listen to you. Precious Jewel, show me your treasures, show me the value within, show me your priceless stones, and I won't take them away. Restless Warrior, show me your battle ground, show me the stains of blood, show me your scars, and I won't look away. Subtle Player, give me your secrets, give me the knowledge you have, give me an honest answer, and I will give you my trust. Master of disguise, give me the character you don't play give me truth, give me all your masks, and I will give you acceptance. Beautiful Artist, let me listen to you, let me hear your song, let me see the paintings in your mind, and I will not close my eyes. Profound Prisoner, let me set you free, let me make you smile, let me take your hand and run with you, and I will hold on forever.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 4/26/2009 1:12:00 PM
How wise we are to take off our "masks" and let others accept us for what we really are, River. This reads like a lovely prayer. I see you are new here. Welcome to Poetry Soup! Best Wishes, Carolyn
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