I remember
When I was younger
I was a member
And did not hunger
I was strong
I was healthy and fit
I sang a happy song
I had my wit
I did not worry
For my health
I was in a hurry
To make my wealth
This was my affiliation
Make money and win
Part of a capitalistic nation
But this was a sin
To chase money
Forgetting the rest
It was not sunny
Much distress
I wanted it all
But pursuing wealth
Created a great brawl
Lurking with stealth
Destroyed relations
Forgotten friends
Missed donations
Not making amends
Strained relationships
Desensitized to everyone
Emotionless trip
Kindness and empathy none
Emotions scattered
Health in ruin
Definitely battered
Ready to be done in
Life falls apart
Little by little
Leading to a bad heart
So brittle
But I am an associate
Paying taxes and voting
A member of our capitalist state
But I am not gloating
I forgot the truth
I forgot the guidelines
I forgot the nursery rhymes
I forgot the wisdom books
A wealth of knowledge
I learned long ago
I must acknowledge
I did know
Charity
Forgiveness
Compassion
Moderation
Why did I not
Live a life
That I was taught
Without conflict and strife
Was I needy
Was I selfish
Was I greedy
Was I foolish
Yes
I can agree
I made a mess
I was privileged and free
Why did I need more
Why could I not be happy
Why did I war
Why was I snappy
Who cares
All that is gone
Drop your airs
Today is a new dawn
Life is here
And kind
Listen and hear
Open your mind
To another earth
One of jubilation
Allowing a rebirth
Out of damnation
To a life of fraternity
Remembering community
Now and for eternity
My new opportunity
