They Tried Their Best

It's not their fault, you know
   They tried their best to help you grow

  Look in the mirror, pal
    Stare all day if that's what it takes ~
  to move your conscience to shudder and shake
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Hawkins Avatar
February 21, 2023 at 3:52 PM
You have had help to grow up; now it's your turn to show how immature or mature you have become. Mirror Mirror on the wall??
Rhymer Avatar
February 20, 2023 at 11:08 PM
Taking self responsibility is the first step in becoming an adult truely.And to think some believe it's the legal taking of drink .
Theraven Avatar
February 20, 2023 at 8:54 PM
Gershon, Insightful write, a lot going on in this. And the wisdom's not missed. -Richard
Rodrigues Avatar
February 20, 2023 at 8:36 PM
Not sure what this one is about, but sounds good.
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