Mike Gentile Poet Rhyme

The Search For Atonement

The search for atonement is real
                              to those that I’ve harmed
                                 and can never repay
                              I settle with all that I feel

                       My poor broken heart would agree
                               I know i’ve been hurt
                               Yet. if honesty wins,
                         a few have been broken by me

                        Perfection, no human has known
                                   but as I reflect  
                                 on life heretofore
                       I ponder bad seeds that I’ve sown

                         A victim perhaps, no, not quite
                             as thieving’s been tossed
                             on both sides of the coin
                      regardless of what’s wrong or right

                     It’s not that I’ve blocked out the sun
                               It’s just that I know
                             in the life that I’ve lived,
                      I’m sorry for some things I’ve done

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Gershon Wolf October 18, 2021 at 7:24 PM An interesting introspect on one of the most difficult components of human conduct -- and misconduct, Mike. ~ gw Mike Gentile October 19, 2021 at 3:14 AM Thank you GW, I always appreciate your comments !!!

Susan Ashley October 18, 2021 at 2:28 PM Dear Mike, your soul-baring introspection is truly deep, rich and wonderful. Your potent and heartfelt pen stirs my soul. Atonement is beautifully humbling and healing. Splendid poetry! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Mike Gentile October 18, 2021 at 3:52 PM Thanks so much Susan for your kind words!!

L Milton Hankins October 18, 2021 at 8:25 AM Wow, Mike, this is a poem that should be read by everyone, because we all need to acknowledge our shortcomings. When I look back over my life, I'm so sorry for many things I should not have done and some I should have done. Exceptional writing. Mike Gentile October 18, 2021 at 10:41 AM Thanks Milton, It made me feel better to write it!!

Vijay Pandit October 18, 2021 at 6:53 AM Powerful message to us all Mike--a wonderful introspection you wrote that enlightens. Mike Gentile October 18, 2021 at 7:08 AM Thank you Vijay, I always appreciate you know comments!!

Tom Cunningham October 18, 2021 at 6:44 AM We're not perfect Mike and have all made mistakes as we've gone through life, you're certainly not alone. Tom Mike Gentile October 18, 2021 at 7:08 AM Yes. I am sure of that Tom! Thanks!!