Forgive

We lumber through valleys
Surrounded by mountains
Of bitterness and hate.
Dark shadows incarcerate us
Creating an incommunicable violence within.

What brought us here?
Accusation? Criticism? Unfaithfulness?
Does it matter?
It’s a wretched, joyless path we tread
And the yoke of virulence is heavy.
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The mind fights for freedom
Punching the air
Till it’s black and blue
Throwing anger shadows
Against the wall,
Forcing a crack in the shell
Of unforgiveness.