The Color Green

I called you all,
Though risk a fall.
At right with mind,
I'm the talking kind.

You need my help.
You want advice.
I see myself
As your device.

You've shown your trust
And your respect.
So now I must
Not this neglect.

Come here, Johnny.
Heart on your sleeve.
Daddy loves you
Now, time to leave.

Pry loose distraction,
Suffering and pain.
It's time for action
To be whole again.

You've been my children,
While we reprieve.
I've kept you so long
As you believe.

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Thank you, sir. Tis kindly,
Your counsel and your call.
Just as you taught us rightly,
You cannot have it all.


8/21/26
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