Trials of Life

Trials of Life


Trials of life forever come
withstanding the waning years.
They are for most, the total sum
of struggles and heartfelt tears.

Stories that only time can tell
of repeated tragic tales.
From the depths of deepest wells
along antiquity's trails.

Some will surely capitulate,
occupying common ground.
Some will smoothly extrapolate
thoughts to others so profound.

Silent vigilance plays its role
for young warriors of time.
Crying infants need be consoled
shots fired in streets of crime.

Hypocrites share their twisted views,
"Remember, do what I say!"
Listening to the late-night news,
that's already passed away.

Lives lived in abject misery,
day-to-day under the sun.
Wisdom earned but not for free
trials of life forever come.