Start, stop, scattered in the brain

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still in need of a push,

asking for the help that is needed,

strength there just tired presently.

eyes stinging,

a little ragged about the edges.

about face.

military for turn around.

however long the way,

Pride is a problem.

Wisdom sometimes by accident,

Intention to transfer a thought,

Can you learn from me

Only if I speak in language

You understand,

Even then not a sure thing,

Teaching is transferring,

The knowledge that is mine to give,

Has a certain mechanical tone,

Stuck in echoes past,

patterns similar to where I have been.

In courage you are not alone,

Still no comfort except to see,

Still kicking my dreams onward,

day by day.

.kevin lloyd lakes.