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The monster has returned again 
And ever though he stalks his prey, 
His will is forced upon a man 
Whose life and breath will soon decay, 
He can’t outrun this wicked beast, 
He cannot climb a distant tree, 
He tries to cry out to his friends, 
But we’re too numb to hear his plea, 
He’s fought this beast a thousand times 
For years the monster’s held at bay, 
He’s spent a lifetime being chased 
But this pursuit would end today, 
For in the end a life is lost 
Without a whimper, cry or yelp, 
And we are left to ponder why 
Not one of us had thought to help.

Felo de se