Lingering Shadows by Ivan Guerrero Najera

Lingering Shadows


An evil lurks in all good deeds
A darkness that creeps up with angst
Remorse-piercing anger that feeds
And spite despite who you're amongst

These deep roots are for you to yank
To cut off from all nourishment
To meditate away and bank
That loved ones tolerate repent

Fear troubles that are now unknown
Convictions hidden from conscience
Habits and vices stand alone
Ignoring willful consequence

Subscribe to the loss of freedom
The agent of change in battles
The wishful and hopeful, free them
From hiding under the shadows

Despair is no option today
Wake up and see truth past the guilt
The better of you must not sway
From strengthening what you have built


by Ivan Guerrero Najera

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