To forgive is human too

Of what use again is my tear to you?
I plead, I cry, I try to soothe with care,
Yet you ignore me, and call me a fraud.
I know I betrayed your wholehearted love—
But if to err is human, then to forgive is human too.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Godwin Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 5:52 PM
A great perspective to write about and you did just that, quite well and poetically. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Famuyiwa Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 9:28 AM
CayCay, thanks for your comment.
Hind Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 5:18 PM
I agree with you. :) Enjoyed -
Famuyiwa Avatar
August 20, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Thanks Paige.
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