Thimblerig 2

Tomorrow was a day too late 
remorse spent a sleepless night of blame.

Yesterday’s gone without warning
regret's second-chance now has no aim.

Today’s lament sounds so empty
reconciliation woke to shame.

What's wrong with being truthful?
Not speaking up is a waiting game.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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July 12, 2012 at 10:03 PM
Reason, congratulations in Brian's contest...good night..pd
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July 12, 2012 at 7:07 PM
I enjoyed reading your poem, Reason! Your choice of words is excellent. Congrats on your Honorable Mention. Love, Kim
Guzzi Avatar
July 12, 2012 at 6:35 PM
Ah sad..when the truth bites!! Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
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July 12, 2012 at 2:45 PM
Congrats on your winning work...Glad that I chose this one to read today..Sara
Sweetheart Avatar
July 12, 2012 at 2:38 PM
congrats Reason on your HM for this stunning write luv and thankxx for all your prayers.. much needed now for my concussion last week.. appreciate so...
Brown Avatar
July 12, 2012 at 6:57 AM
Congratulations on your win in Brian's "#188" contest Reason. Love, Carol
Williams Avatar
July 12, 2012 at 4:19 AM
Reason congrats on your win...David
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