all we consist of
resides in our progeny
a creation from two bloodlines
our biology dictating
the continuation of self
a birthing watered down
or a carbon copy ensues
the hair, the eyes
the frame and more
resemblance gives credence
to which clan it belongs
parents, the ones who care
give even more of themselves
sometimes, to the brink of thresholds
from where there is no return
all for the sake of the child
spawn filled to capacity
with the best of who the creators and mentors are
remedying the worst in themselves
while simultaneously cleansing
their seed of poor judgment
every ounce of care given
is preparation
for the next generation
before again passing
the cycle of life torch
some might say ad nauseam
I Write Her 
Informative, I love the flow
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So happy you enjoyed it! 🙂
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What a beautiful way to put the cycle of life
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Appreciate it, Shantanu! I truly enjoy putting into words how “life” happens from my perspective. The bonus is that people recognize, applaud and support those thoughts. Thank you! ❤
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My absolute pleasure. Loved it ❤️
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The poem and photo perfectly compliment each other…
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Thank you! The photo is what helped to evoke the words. 🙂 I’m grateful when something inspires me to go deeper to define it.
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Parents do try their best for their children. Well said Susi.
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Well, not quite all, that’s why I say “the ones who care” in this piece. This piece certainly reflects the ones who do. Thanks for the praise, Sadje!
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Yes, unfortunately not all. But most do. It’s an instinct. You’re always welcome
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You’re right, that’s why for the most part I think our population is good. 🙂
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Yes indeed.
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I often think we should spend more thought on the content of the gene pool, when contemplating offspring…
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Oh, most definitely! Personally, at the very least, I believe their level of empathy and compassion should be tested!
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