Forgive

I watch them from my window

They gather in their circles,

And they ask for forgiveness 

Once again, they are ignored. 

People ask for forgiveness when they feel guilt.

Guilt should prevent them from repeating their mistakes. 

Is the temptress too alluring?

Are they too weak to ignore the temptress?

Or are they just scared?

Scared of what will happen if they stop pretending to be good. 

What about the possibility that I will not accept their plea for forgiveness?

I have told them to confess. 

They binge in their vices and expect me to reset and ignore their repeated offences. 

Justice tells us repeated offenders are worse than first timers. 

They created that system.

Should I follow what they deem fair?

According to them, my only requirements are to believe in me.

Here’s what makes life a bitch, 

I do not believe in you.