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