Two Men on My Shoulders

Badal Vabaji
As I awoke, something struck my mind.

My homework wasn't finished; I was out of time.

If I didn't complete my lengthy work,

My grade would drop, and I'd go berserk.

I darted to school like a pilot in a jet.

My friend had the answers, and I was set.

I was ready to cheat and about to begin,

But then I started to contemplate my sin.

Two men on my shoulders pondered their choices.

They argued for eternity in loud, angry voices.

Without these two men, I don't know where I'd be.

I decided to stick to honesty.

Published by Badal Vabaji

I am a college student and part-time writer at the University of Illinois. I am an Illini and a Cubs fan living happily in Champaign.  View profile

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