This is one of Cristy Ramirez's latest poems. - poetheart 07/31/01
I've been both a sinner, and a saint
Coloring a picture that I never wanted to paint
I've been a mother, when I was but a child myself
For I paid the price, just like everyone else
I've been weak, when I should have been strong
I've done things I deemed right, that were completely wrong
I've laughed when the pain was more than I could bear
I've cried and felt sorrow, when I shouldn't have cared
I've been a liar, choosing the easy way out
I've told the truth, when faced with doubt
I've been steady, when all I wanted to do was hide
I've wanted to call for help, but didn't because of my pride
I've been cold, when compassion was needed
I've been careless, when I should have heeded
I've needed shelter, when I should have been a home
I've sought quick empty comfort, when I should have been alone
All these things, I have already been
And perhaps living with them is truly my sin
by Cristy Ramirez