I Have Learned (originally posted on Sunday, October 28, 2007)

I have learned to lie from my father, And I became a liar

I have learned violence from my mothers and false fathers, So I became violent

I have learned sorrow and sadness from a lonely mother So I lived a depressed existence and dreaded being alone

Grandfather lived a sense of humor The main reason I still exist

And now?

I have, by needs, become my own mother

To nurture myself back to health

I have, by needs, become my own father

To bring myself to peace, dignity and integrity

So that I may LIVE