I was before I was before, something no more, Afraid to open the bedroom door, Venture outside and leave

ashore, Familiar things, interior decor! I was before, a baby carnivore, Waiting for nurture, a juicy boar, Felled by monster, monger of war, Nature's protocol, a daily chore! I was before, a great matador, Taming beasts, by ritual gore, Euphoric arenas, approving roar, In order to let my spirit soar! I was before, a thing to abhor, Drowning by the liquor store, Seeking conflict, escaping bore, I was everything there is to deplore! I was before, evil to the core, An ugly derelict, rotten spore, No one willing, dare to implore, Help me God, compel to explore! Now I am, not as before, Someone trustworthy, to adore, Friendly memories, warm rapport, I am an illusion, nothing more! By Arturo Tora (25 September 2011)