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Gunslinger
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0 posted 2019-12-14 02:20 AM


Self-pity, I have found to be-
A not uncommon malady.
It seems occurring in all walks
Of life, and everybody stalks.

So easy to fall victim of
Because of failure, or of love
The common element I see-
Is, “why’s this happening to me?”

Why not, friend? To you I mean?
Should others suffer while you preen?
The path of life, I fear is fraught
With perils, so I have been taught.

So, “buck up”! take it on the chin-
When you’re knocked down get up again
If you will take this sound advice-
You’ll not fall victim to this vice.

Vice? You say, how can that be?
I’m only taking care of me.
Ah, that’s my point! But I digress
Self-pity leaves you in a mess.


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