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Answering a Question (poem)
By Larry Kerschner
[Printer-Friendly Version] The first man I killed was small and
hidden in the tall grass.
Being a killer forever changes you.
Even if you learn to be kind
and considerate and civilized
that part of you is always there
hiding down inside
awaiting a chance.
A normal person does not want to kill and
will avoid it at all costs.
The military won't allow you
to remain normal.
It doesn't matter if you think
you are smart enough
not to get caught up in their lies.
They will change you.
Don't be sucked into
the biggest myth and lie
that killing and dying
for your country is somehow heroic.
Really be all that you can be.
—Larry Kerschner
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