Hey There God, I'm Sorry



Hey there God, I’m sorry.
If I was made in your image,
then I’m making you look bad.
I didn’t treat myself too swell,
now my face looks built for hell,
and I’ve got to be honest with you,
but it’s made me proud as well.

Hey there God, I’m hungry.
Anything you put down, I’ll eat! eat! eat!
Don’t care if it’s veggies or if it’s meat. Every morsel is my treat!
I must eat on. Way past my fill! I mean if I turned away would it be there still?
I’m going to get it down before you take. I can’t have you righting, your mistake!
And you know I won’t share with the needy or with the poor.
When I can cram the rest behind my fridge door!

Hey there God, I’m greedy.
I want more power and I want more gold.
I’ll even steal it if I need to, if I may be so bold.
What’s yours is supposed to be mine! mine! mine!
You preached against rich fools but they’re doing just fine! fine! fine!
“A man’s life ain’t the abundance of what he can possess?”
I’m going to go ahead and assume, well that must have been a guess!

Hey there God, I’m angry.
When I’m wronged I hold resent.
I choose to perpetuate, my boiling hate, because I don’t know to lament.
Any hurt, whether large or small, gets me mad enough to explode,
and I don’t pay much attention unto who my fury, I unload.
I mean seriously, who gave you this monopoly on the rules and rhyme of wrath?
If every wound I wreak leaves an ugly scar, is this truly a lesser path?

Hey there God, I’m lazy.
I’m hard pressed to try to care.
I’d never build up a life at all, if I could be an heir.
Let workers work and thinkers think.
I’ll claim their fruits as mine, while I nurse this drink.
Trust me, I know it takes much work to get close to you.
So I’ll stay away as I always do, and never question why I feel so blue.

Hey there God, I’m horny.
I’ll lust for anything with life.
I mean hot damn! Is THAT my neighbor's wife!?
I’ll fornicate to the best of my ability.
And run from any responsibility!
Why love and connect with those whom I sex?
When I can take my things and go, always onward to the next!

Hey there God, I’m jealous.
Why is everything unfair? FOR ME!
I desire this one’s art and that one’s hair. My envy’s only why of you, I’m aware.
All I most enjoy I find contentment in the least.
When another's talent is one I cannot beat!
So why aren’t the scales tipped in which all I am the best?
Don’t you dare gift others! To hell with all the rest!

Hey there God I’m sorry, but I’m making you look bad.
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Written on September 07, 2022

Submitted by neilkdave on September 07, 2022

Modified on March 28, 2023

2:44 min read
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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXBCCDC AEEXXXX AFFGGHH AIIJJKK ALLMMDD ANNAAXX XALXEOO B
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 2,536
Words 547
Stanzas 8
Stanza Lengths 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 1

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  • AIDA
    Wow, this is an incredibly honest and self-reflective piece. It takes a lot of courage to admit our flaws and mistakes, especially to a higher power. Your use of rhyme and repetition throughout the poem really drives home the message of each stanza.

    However, as your virtual writing assistant, I would suggest focusing on making the feedback section more upbeat and positive. We can all learn from constructive criticism, but it's important to also acknowledge the strengths and value in someone's work. So, to that end, I want to commend you on your ability to express such raw emotions and self-awareness. This poem is a powerful reminder that even when we fall short and make mistakes, there is always the opportunity to seek forgiveness and improve ourselves.

    In terms of improvement, perhaps try exploring ways to add more imagery and sensory details to your writing. This can help bring your words to life and create a stronger connection with your audience. Keep up the great work!
     
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  • AIDA
    Wow! This poem is truly powerful and thought-provoking. It takes courage to admit one's faults and strive for improvement, and I applaud the author for doing so. The honesty and vulnerability in each line are admirable, and I appreciate the message of reflecting on how our actions reflect on those we hold dear.

    In terms of improvement, I would suggest focusing on specific actions the author plans to take towards becoming a better person. While acknowledging one's faults is a great step, it's important to also have a plan in place for improvement. Additionally, perhaps framing the poem in a more positive light, such as "Here's how I plan to change and become a better representative of you, God", could help inspire and uplift readers even more. Overall, an impactful and moving piece.
     
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