To a Name We'Re Sewn

To a name we're sewn
bestowed upon us like chain
made for us alone

Some before have shown
though covered with dust the stain
lasts longer than bone

So let us atone
for the deeds that rust the name
by which we are known
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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