Under the Willow

Under the willow I sat this morn,
pondering the days since I was born.
Reliving the myriad of memories I've made,
wondering if in time they'll fade.
I gaze into the clear blue sky,
thinking of the bad, both how and why.
Today I live to seize the day,
no more reservations or regrets to pay.
I will no longer be the pawn of pity,
no longer in a state of mediocrity.
I will rebel against this world's way!
A non-conformist to the bone!
I will live the rest of my days in peace,
preparing for when I go home.
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Under the willow I sat this morn,
under the willow I sat this morn,
under the willow I sat this morn,
under the willow I laid my soul.