Truth

A liar must have a good memory 
or one day they'll pay the price. 
For truth is only one step behind 
and will eventually cut like a knife. 

For lying is a walk in the darkness 
each step comes at a cost. 
Just travel the pathway of truth 
following the light, we will never get lost.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Edmonds  Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 3:19 PM
Very good brother John, if one always tells the truth there’s nothing to worry about… Sis Beryl
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September 28, 2024 at 1:02 AM
That's the truth sister Beryl.
Dietrich Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 11:30 AM
Excellent personification of truth
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September 27, 2024 at 12:40 PM
Thank you Andrea for your visit and comment God bless you.
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