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Closing Books
Some times closing a good book
Brings sadness that it is finished
Books we close gently and fondly
They talk to us even after they close
And, in time we may re-open them
Reading again, from the beginning
Despite knowing the ending already
I don't believe in book burning
I still have a copy of Mein Kampf
Sitting uneasily in between the
Bible, the Satanic Bible and the Koran
On the same shelves sits Steinbeck
Poe, Shelly, Spike Milligan, Bukowski
I have very catholic tastes and needs
Currently reading Dr Jordan Petterson's
"12 Rules For Life" Can't put it down
And awesome and seriously helpful read
I'd go so far as saying it has started to
change my life for the better - That's a first!
Books can be closed in various ways
Gently lie saying goodbye to a friend
Fondly - 'missing you already.'
Firmly responding to a call for action
Positively when creativity is inspired
Tentatively your journal of contemplations
Harshly when angered by its contents
Forced when tears prevent you from reading
Fell shut when hilarious belly laughter ensues
Prematurely, when you think its crap
But:
Some books need to be slammed shut
Nailed down, erased and set on fire
Some books need that kind of closure
If I had a traditional family bible
I would and, now have closed it as such
Inspired by Dr Peterson my house
Will soon be in order and I will move on
Part of this process was seeking forgiveness
From family members for mistakes made
Almost like a biblical style repentance
I have now completed this task
With one exception who is uncontactable
With one exception, it has been
Hatefully spat back in my face
I can suffer this toxicity no longer
In my head, the family bible has been
Slammed shut, nailed down and burnt
I am changing my name
Moving without a leaving forwarding address
Incognito by habit and repute
The book of Family, erased
They have no way back
And they will feel regret
As karma comes calling
There is only one exception to this
One who was lead astray
And I am now proud to call him brother
We wronged each other
Never spoke for 32 years
Reconciliation achieved
I have nothing in my heart
But brotherly love
That is a new book
Still to be written
Published 7th Jun 2019
Author's Note
Wolves in Sheep's Clothing are Narscacistis and cannot and will not forgive any transgression. They are incapable of love despite pretence to everyone but their victims: Their victims surely know, they are the unforgiven and are made to suffer always
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21st Jun 2019 3:09am
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7th Jun 2019 5:53pm
Always good to remember we can't rewrite books. We can only close them...in one fashion or another. And perhaps write anew. This is a strong write, my friend.
Incoming barrage of hugs!!! :-)
Incoming barrage of hugs!!! :-)
21st Jun 2019 3:10am
7th Jun 2019 6:18pm
Wow, as an avid reader, I was taken in just by the first few lines. It took me to a whole new place as it kept moving forward, I really liked that. And it’s so true, some books should’ve never been opened, some never even written. And some yet to be. Beautiful write, I loved it❤️
21st Jun 2019 3:12am
why thank you very much Liv :-))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
so glad you enjoyed this one :-)))))))))))))))))))))))
so glad you enjoyed this one :-)))))))))))))))))))))))
7th Jun 2019 6:39pm
There's so much in this great poem. A heartfelt RL for me.
"I am changing my name"
... often done in many cultures to mark a new phase in life ... (I did it myself in the year 2000)
"I am changing my name"
... often done in many cultures to mark a new phase in life ... (I did it myself in the year 2000)
21st Jun 2019 3:13am
thank you, Josh, I think a name change is on the cards :-)))))))
and a New beginning :-))))))))))))))))))
and a New beginning :-))))))))))))))))))
14th Jun 2019 4:09pm
Beautiful. This write is a multifaceted journey. I volunteer at the library and occasionally I trace my hands lovingly across a few spines with a melancholy that there are so many journeys here I will never take. Closing a beloved book is the sweetest departure. The characters become beloved friends. I've read the bible 8 and a half times, I keep it next to the toilet, so I can't escape. I like to be mindful of what I consider fear mythology that has been the justification of so much devastation. We are, imho, still in the dark ages, this segment was coined by an author I read named Anne McCaffrey as The Age of Religions. I (try) to practice the Dharma, but I don't go in for the mythology. I found the perfect Buddhism teacher locally. He focuses mostly on neuroscience, psychology, anthropology and I've learned much through our lengthy discussions about the nature of epigenetics and the sources of behavior.
Anyhow, your write is utterly endearing, it flows with the sweet, slow aching depth of true heart. <3
With respect and admiration,
Daniel
Anyhow, your write is utterly endearing, it flows with the sweet, slow aching depth of true heart. <3
With respect and admiration,
Daniel
21st Jun 2019 3:15am
I am so stoked by your comment and wise words :-))))))))))))))))
Thank you so very much, you are inspirational :-)))))))
Thank you so very much, you are inspirational :-)))))))
