My Future Self

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9/2/2024 for My Future Self Poetry Contest sponsored by Unseeking Seeker

Shame is a feeling I do avoid. Too often, something like it has me, destroyed, and yet, to be a better man, I must look at myself as best I can, and that may entail shame. I look at myself, not to blame, but to grow, to not be the same, and yet to know I'm ever flawed, eschewing pangs which on me gnawed, my best self to reclaim.

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Valsa George

Date: 9/2/2024 9:10:00 PM

This is the right attitude dear David. We have to make self introspection from time to time, not to blame, but to improve and make ourselves better. Really enjoyed your poem and accept your point of view.

David Crandall
Date: 9/3/2024 6:06:00 PM

Thanks Valsa. Glad you liked it. Hmm, I think, like you say, introspection from time to time, but maybe spend some time looking out, instead of in. I don't know - lol!