Not Me & Not You 4-20-15

I may be old fashioned and that's why I'm shunned -

so don't stare there gawking, confused and so stunned.

Don't judge me because of my deafness and age.

Don't judge me because I may seem disengaged.

Don't judge me because of my old wrinkled face.

Don't judge me because I still live in this place.

Don't judge me because of the place where I work -

whether a bus-boy, a cashier or clerk.

Don't judge me because you've more money than I.

Don't judge me because I will frequently cry.

Don't judge me because of my father or mother -

my country, my neighbors, my sister or brother.

Don't judge my defining complete families -

one father, one mother with full liberties.

Don't judge me because of the car that I drive.

Don't judge me because I don't lie and connive.

Don't judge me because I'm no drunk or narcotic,

but proud and committed and most patriotic.

Don't judge me because I'll defend our top law,

our God-given rights that I hold up in awe.

Don't judge me when tears 'well up' into my eyes

whenever there's terror - as each child dies.

Don't judge me because I respect unborn life

and give of my morsels to slow down the strife.

Don't judge me because I've so little to give.

Don't judge me because I've so few years to live.

Don't judge me because of the morals you lack.

May modesty, love and respect return back.

Don't judge me because I will do no one harm.

Don't judge me because I live on a small farm.

Don't judge me because of the clothes that I wear.

Don't judge me because you will not hear me swear.

Don't judge me because I might be a bit shy,

don't envy your assets, cheat, steal or lie.

Don't judge me because I have faith in my God.

Don't judge me that day when I lie under sod.

Do you love your money, your laughter and fun?

Have you fed the hungry?  Hmm, what have you done?

Don't judge me because you have food on your shelf,

but look in the mirror and then judge yourself.

Look into your eyes - deep into your soul -

and see if there isn't one speck of dark coal.

Admit to yourself and Creator above -

that 'things' are but idols that pilfer your love.

Repent of your selfishness, envy and pride,

then give up your greed and embrace Heaven's side.

Contentment, you'll find, as your burdens decrease.

When Jesus comes into your heart, you'll find peace.

Don't face it, ignore it - but life ends.  It's true.

And God will be judging.  Not me and not you.

©2015 louis gander ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

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