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it is a falsity when said, those
who stand closest to the flames
better know the reason for the fire,
it is also said one’s experience
has the use of a bald man’s comb,
carried more for nostalgia than facility,
I tire of experts, eye-witnesses and those
thought in the know, who urge us focus,
a word so much maligned,
that should bring a clear and sharper view
but many speak to hone their truth,
I urge you look with innocent eyes
those of a child, and question,
what have I ever done
that really mattered more?
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© Graham R Sherwood 03/24
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