by Bryon D. Howell

I entered the chambers no lawyer by me

My hands were restrained - both feet were bound.

The Judge then arrived to hear my big plea -

I had no supporters, no one was around.

"Forget about bail," said the big man.

"You have been accused of one ugly crime!

I'm trying this case as quick as I can -

now tell me your story, I'm minding the time!"

"Your Honor, I'd ask that you would dismiss

these charges of which I have been accused.

I didn't believe it would come to this -

I just fell in love and my heart was bruised!"

"To love is illegal," he angrily said.

Guards, take him away - and off with that head!"

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