Past Imperfect

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Past Imperfect

Will how we lived

and what we said

be held against us

once we're dead?

Might generations yet to be 

view us all with enmity

for what we did 

and didn't do?

We really haven't got a clue

what repercussions there might be

on any future progeny

(their drinking water, soil, and air)

Will they believe we didn't care? 

I hope they know we did our best

and they forgive us all the rest.

If we’re lucky, they’ll be kind

and view us with an open mind.

Then, when it comes to placing blame

their grandchildren will do the same.

PSC / 2018-Nov

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