The Trap

There’s deception in its invitation

There’s guile in its call

Slip up in your perception

And you’re sure to fall

It begs for your attention

It begs for your all

You doubted the hesitation

Now you can’t stand tall

It’s the lure of satisfaction

For your mind and your soul

It is the mighty trepidation

Your peace which stole

It is the money, the fame,

The bitterness, the game,

The lust, the shame,

The envy, the blame, the pride, the name ……….

It is, what you know it to be

It is, what you clearly see

One knows it when he walks in

Regrets it when he walks out

But on beholding its beauty and chagrin

Walking past is what counts!