Authors note/explanation: This is a poem about the debate Gollum may have had with himself after meeting Frodo and seeing Frodo's compassion for him.
Gollum
I do not know which way to go,
Which way is right?
Which way is wrong?
It's been too long
Since I've seen day-light
For me to know.
I followed one for many years
It led to a hard and troubled way.
I lived for years in hope-less cave
It turned into my living grave.
I never saw the light of day
And all I ever had was fears.
This other one, I don't recall
It has been so very long!
How can I chose which one now?
I don't remember how
It was in days I knew glad song.
I don't remember it at all!
What do I do? Listen to Master
Or the voice that says I can't go back
No matter how much I desire?
Do I follow Master to the fire
Or do I take a different track?
One that will consume me faster.
I do not know what I shall do!
What is the choice that I'm to make?
The time has come for me to know
Does Gollum or does Smeagol go?
If I pick only one, I'll break.
Oh that I could be a creature new!
I know, I shall comprimise!
I'll take what I need from each!
I'll borrow from each what I must
Before my life is turned to dust
And my life's end is finally reached.
Gollum
