Did You Know...

...in ancient Rome, it was different?
Each person had a personal spirit,
as muted or unruly as one’s own being.
This shadowy twin, represented
the fullness of One's Potential powers.

Although it had no power
of its own, no desire to intrude
or impress itself on the living being
it did require a particular sacrifice;
it did require recognition;
it did require encouragement,
and it needed to be understood.

So when it was well cared for
it would become,
after the brother's death,
a household god,
giving to all who remained
added powers of potential greatness
and smiles adhered to your legend.

But, did you know
that if one neglected One's Potential,
the spirit became a spook?
Did you know that?
This caused all kinds of shit in
Ancient Rome, and your blood
forever cursed your actions.