by Sam Byrd
How did a short walk turn in to a long funeral ride?
Parents search for their missing child only to find that she died
Even worst there will be no body to be viewed
Because along with the two gun shots the body was battered and bruised
Hot, fresh, 30 minutes at best
Now we have a grandmother to lay to rest
Piss poor planning lead to a botched robbery
How much did they plan to get from a woman making deliveries?
All over a woman, the result shame and embarrassment
3 brothers express their resentment and the need for vengeance
However in the process an 8 year old meets her demise
And even after one mistrial the final verdict brings tears of joy to the parents’ eyes
Lives young and old being flushed down the drain
3 are dead and 7 more will experience 25 years of pain
Purple represents power, something we need right now
To help overcome these tragic losses please show us how
Sometimes it seems you have stopped listening or may have given up
On the very same people that you love so much
First came the flood, next you said would next would be fire
But I don’t think it will be the flames, but our own selfish desire
Wants and needed, rights and wrong have become confused
What’s good and bad what we should or shouldn’t do?
God, you have become commercial, marketable, and one big show
So many churches’ you can throw a rock from one pulpit and hit 3 more
But, if you’re listening some of us have something to say
We apologies for how the world got this way
We need your help because the ones that truly believe have become extinct
We know that when you look upon this world you want to weep
Down here we often cry ourselves to sleep at night
Praying that our loved ones simply make it back from the store alright
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royale jones says: amen! that was journey of a story loved every bit of it thank you for letting me experience it. great write! |
OTHER POEMS WRITTEN BY skb74#
Purpose
By Samuel K Byrd Is it that our destiny can be determined by stars? Or is it just pure dumb luck that has got us this far Most of us search for some purpose in our lives Only to be characterized as a mother, father as husbands or wives But are we only defined by how we are perceived by another? Or is it something else that keeps us from going further What was lost can be gained again Sometimes we just need a comforting word from a close friend The job is gone; you're back to renting and you had to trade in the Jag We need to focus more on what we have instead of what we had Everything in this world is rented, borrowed, and will soon expire So, live for you and not others’ wants needs and desires  |
Ditching the Dirt Roads â„¢ by S. Kristopher ByrdI've driven these same dirt roads back and forth, over and over again. The dust on my boots, the mud on my flaps is the dirt left by my past that I considered a win. Riding carefree with the windows down, sun in my face unaware of the world around me and what's taking place. Out here I'm free, free to be whoever I wanna be not having to conform to the whims of society. However, dirt roads still have have rules to follow and when enforced my pride I must now swallow. Like the truck in which I traveled these dirt roads so freely I've been towed, impounded, now faced with a harsh reality. I've asked myself, what does a captain and pilot both share? A destination and a navigator to safety get them there. Someone to plot the best path for the destined route while planning for turbulence or an occasional water spout. |
My WishI wish I had heart to break |
My WishI wish I had heart to break |
Jesus 2018By Samuel K Byrd
What if Jesus was to come back in 2018? Much like the way he did back when The son of God sent to walk amongst mortal men
What country would he see? And this time what would his profession be A Plummer, a lawyer, a senator from Illinois, possibly
Would his message be well received? If he had disciples, how many would he need? Would his miraculous miracles be believed?
Would he be able to breathe life into a struggling economy? Take a land that thrives in tyranny and restore harmony Calm the concerns of seniors and make them feel healthy
Would he bring forth change in these trying times? Would we see a decline in violent crime? Should we be able to feel safe and have peace of mind?
But how long wo... |
When The Smile FadesWhen The Smile Fades By Samuel K Byrd
There, that’s right, yes, do it again That’s it yeah, no, don’t stop Don’t you ever stop, I want you to always Smile for me
As long as I can see that smile on your face I know that with you I’ve earned my place
A smile, just a simple smile Followed by a short laugh Just for that small request I would trade in all I have But what happens when the smile fades?
No, no, no You not smiling, is something I could not conceive Never, never, never Would I make you frown, something you can believe?
To look a pond the face of the one that helps me get through the day How could I allow anyone, even my self? To bring pain your way... |
Angel Returned to HeavenAngel Returned to Heaven (In Memory of My Sister) An angel returned to heaven today To bring order to disarray Armed with beauty, charm and compassion An angel returned to heaven today In our hearts she will forever stay |
No Turning BackNo Turning Back by S. Kristopher Byrd
Life and boxing are much the same Both take courage to play the game It's not the hits you give It’s the ones you take
To step in to this ring It’s heart you must bring Most won’t try to participate Some sit out and only speculate
But not I
I’m not giving up, no I’m not turning back I’ll stay the course even when my life is off track The path I’m on will be filled with potholes But I’m not giving up, no I’m not turning back
Knocked down 5, got up 6 Took 10 shots, only 4 I missed You say can’t, I say can Quit is what I can’t understand
Will walk through fire To prove you’r... |
PurposePurpose By Samuel K Byrd
Is it that our destiny can be determined by stars? Or is it just pure dumb luck that has got us this far Most of us search for some purpose in our lives Only to be characterized as a mother, father as husbands or wives But are we only defined by how we are perceived by another Or is it something else that keeps us from going further What was lost can be gained again Sometimes we just need a comforting word from a close friend The job is gone; your back to renting and you had to trade in the Jag We need to focus more on what we have instead of what we had Everything in this world is rented, borrowed, and will soon expire So live for you and not others wants, needs, and desires Purpose By Samuel K Byrd
Is it that our destiny can be determine... |
Common SenseWith gas prices constantly going up It seems like the perfect time to buy The new Hummer truck The government is pushing to cut child care So you'll need to have at least 2 more kids to get a raise from welfare Fresh out of jail finished with your 2nd conviction Go right back to selling dope because now You know how to beat the system The car cost 3 grand the rims cost 6 TVs in the back of a the car Where no one sits 5 kids 3 baby mammas does that make any sense Child support, day care, new shoes 3 pack of condoms priceless 1 in 5 people don't know that they are infected with aids On Jeff Foxworthy's show no one can pass the fifth grade Hollywood doctors prescribing drugs Sending celebrities to an early grave No wonder we can't seem to find a 6 foot Arab On dialyses t... |