My memory draws back in time
a recalling of those indelible episodes
revered moments as well as the cursed
view in replay by the eyes of my conscience
important events that had made what I am now
noteworthy of review as those were part of me.

Memoirs of childhood make me ponder
of the vulnerability of my being innocent
rules seemed rude and freedom elusive
a youth chained in solitude and paranoia
great was my need for true consolation
as though I cannnot held to thrive anymore.

Behold, God had enlightened my soul
reared by His love I have regained light
and found reason to breath the life of love
to sustain better living and share to others
overwhelming blessings and forgiveness.

Marvin Brato Sr

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