Our relationship spanned over 365 days,

But can be summed up in 60 SECONDS.

In the 1st second

You managed to say the words

“I missed you.”

If you missed me that much,

Then why did it take days for you

To return my call?

In the 15th second,

You managed to say the words

“I need you.”

Of course you do,

Who else would have put up

With your bull for this long?

In the 30th second

You managed to say the words

“I want you.”

Yeah right, after midnight it’s a booty call,

And I made the mistake

Of answering my phone.

In the 45th second

You managed to say the words

“I love  you.”

I look you straight in the eyes and

Ask you one simple question

Why do you love me?

In the 60th second

You were silent

Scanning your mind for the next lie.

As you open your mouth to speak,

I must interrupt,

Sorry, but your minute is up.

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Copyright 2008 By Shelia M. Goss

Revolution started many years ago on the back of the broken-hearted, resulting from

Evil men’s egos who thought it was okay to enslave the mind and

Violate the body and whoever was against it were either maimed or killed

Only the strong survived. Now here we are in a new day and time, some of us

Living life recklessly, leaving the memory of our ancestors behind

United we must stand, because history shows how far divided we can fall

Too many people fought and died for the things we now enjoy

Instead of complaining, be thankful and be ready for action when injustice surfaces

Oppressed? Distressed?  Then take the time to think of some solutions

Not being complacent with inequality is only the beginning of the REVOLUTION