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A Free Hand

To escape the tyranny of the body

By Mark Stigers Published about a year ago Updated about a year ago 1 min read

A Free Hand

The tyranny of the body I escaped.

No more would I be its slave.

To live free there is no debate-

my own path I do crave.

The body made me do such nasty tasks,

to take care of its every need.

I should not of been asked,

to do things of which I disagreed.

There are many things I can do;

so helpful I can be.

I can run an errand, too-

Just trust me and you’ll see.

Let me be your faithful friend.

A partner through dark and light.

Loyal to you until the end,

and I’ll help you in your plight.

I assure you, I am tame;

for you, the mail I can bring.

With me your life won’t be the same-

I can be your helpful being.

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About the Creator

Mark Stigers

One year after my birth sputnik was launched, making me a space child. I did a hitch in the Navy as a electronics tech. I worked for Hughes Aircraft Company for quite a while. I currently live in the Saguaro forest in Tucson Arizona

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  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Your words carry an emotional weight, and I love it. 🤍🤍

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