Thicker Than Water
Familial Strife Unveiled: Jules Auston's 'Thicker Than Water' Revelations
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We were born to the womb of a chieftain and a whore
We were born to parents of contrasting social statuses, a leader and a person of low repute.
We could've had it easy but you always wanted more
Despite the potential for an easier life, you consistently desired more than what was available.
I was perfectly content reading scripture in the trees
I was content engaging with spiritual texts among the trees.
But your zealot inhibitions cut that idea at the knees
Your overly enthusiastic beliefs hindered my peaceful pursuits.
You devoted every minute to a structure and a cause
You dedicated every moment to a structured belief system, yet the lack of appreciation didn't deter you.
Yet that no one ever thanked you never seemed to bring you pause
The fact that nobody acknowledged your efforts never made you reconsider.
I still see the way they look at us their eyes refuse to see
I still notice the judgmental looks from others, refusing to acknowledge our shared humanity.
Despite that I'm half human it was never half of me
Despite being only half human, my identity is not diminished by that fact.
It's possible that one of us found solace in the tribe
It's possible that one of us found acceptance within the community, but my visible differences suggest otherwise.
But my skin's a grey reminder that we shouldn't be alive
My grey skin serves as a constant reminder that our existence goes against the norm.
Mother had a way with words, she always calmed you down
Mother had a soothing influence with her words, but now your anger exceeds her calming abilities.
But now you're far too angry for she's in another town
She's absent, and your current temperament surpasses her capacity to pacify.
Father was a vocalist, the birds come when he sings
Father was a singer whose melodies attracted birds, indicating a hidden sadness.
A low reverberation shows the sorrow he held in
A deep resonance in his voice revealed the sorrow he carried within.
But they're away on holiday living another life
They are now away, living a different life, possibly escaping their own struggles.
My hope is that they're happy but that could only bring me strife
While I hope for their happiness, the thought of it brings me inner conflict.
Well maybe this time it's different and we can build a better home
Perhaps this time, we can create a better home together, despite the challenges.
But you're probably getting married and I'm still alone
However, you are likely moving forward with marriage, leaving me still alone.
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