Don't spit on someone's food, don't steal their thunder
It's not nice to rip scabs off their mood, to pop their bubble a blunder
Do not jerk rugs out from under them, don't their treasure plunder
Bite your tongue don't condemn, just nod with wonder
Far better to be thought dumb than to prove your case
To their argument be numb, let them save face
No need to beat your drum, staying mum is no disgrace
The first rule of thumb, is listen then leave with grace
No need to pull someone's string, don't step on their toes
To their delusion let them cling, let them think their garbage smells like a rose
Raise your middle finger, No, don't turn and thumb your nose
Let your smile linger, although you know, their bull you can expose
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I just couldn't have put it better myself my dear sorrenbarret 🌹 kudos and I'm smiling from ear to ear. 💙
Thanks so much Teddy for the visit so good to hear from you. I appreciate your most kind and supportive words.
Such an odd feeling washes over when we metaphorically bite our tongues- a truly exhaustive coverage of the situation!
Indeed you see through the mask of the poem and as all veneers are shiny and smooth what lies underneath may not be. Thanks for the read and comment friend
You talking to me? No mask to that - It's clear.
PS: didn't stay away long did she?
The thought began somewhere else but take it as you like. I did try to get my dog and cat to get along and they did with periodic spats. Nothing serious though
I'm beginning to believe you might be a wee bit devious in your old age, Soren... As to how serious it might be - that will depend on how serious others take it. And from the head comment and your supportive response I'd conclude that either very serious or alternatively you are just stirring shit for the pleasure of it.
If I offended I apologize, it was not my intent but I admit that the poem was untimely. Sorry Dave
My word! Thanks for the apology, Soren.
On the other hand, you’ve ruined today’s schedule – I had my sleeves rolled up and was ready to get down and dirty with a refutational riposte in the form of a post which may have started:
“I’ve been apprised of a new dystopia
Through the lens of poetic myopia…..”
Take it easy – being all things to all people feels like very hard work
Verse 3 line 2 applies to KP - garbage...rose! lol.
Thanks Orchi tell KP that deoderant helps
So much depth in those lines. The world is turning hostile and these lines do send a strong message across to all to calm down and let live.
You are right of course....... up to a point....
Excellent
Thanks so much for the read Tony
You're welcome
Terrific poem
thoughts and
message I must say! 😳
Last stanza
most surely a triple play! ⚾💯
Thanks for sharing!! ☺️
Best regards ✌️ Thad
Thanks Thad for your kind support it is most appreciated
Fine words soren, I find that in situations where trouble may rise if there is an argument apathy can be a strong weapon.
Andy
Wise words Andy. Thanks for the review and understanding words
A sequel to Jim Croce?
Bobby I had to think to catch that one. Ya never know where these things come from. Thanks for the read my friend
Dug
This is genius, then ten commandments V2.3.
Thanks so much for the read Dan your words are too kind.
Some decent advice.
Thanks for the read
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