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Venom
by Richard Lee King → (All Poetry by Richard Lee King)
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I wrote this one after reading about the recent trials endured by Karla D. a fellow Denmate.

 

VENOM

The Venom from your lips
potentially could inflict pain,
but if you were targeting me
you better improve your aim.

From where I’ve been standing
you missed by a country mile.
When I heard about what you said
it only made me want to smile.

It’s been having a reverse effect,
those opinions you have voiced
Ignore them or get pissed off?
I’ve already made my choice.

 People have been reacting
to all the stones you’ve cast.
They’ve all said I’m lucky
that you’re now in my past. 

Vicious is but one word,
but it’s been part of the conversation.
If you’d like to know the others,
just use your imagination.

 I’ve moved on with life
and for you, that’s my best suggestion.
Cause, if you ever have to eat your words,
Venom causes more than indigestion.

 

© Copyright 2010 Richard Lee King
Author of: A Pursuit of Life & The Price of Freedom

 

 


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 Reviews of "Venom"
Reviewed on November 16, 2010
Thank you, Richard, I am honored. I am strong. Your words convey that, brilliantly. :)

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Patrick Granfors
Reviewed on November 15, 2010
Outstanding last stanza. Could be the new age "sticks and stones"!! Patrick

Reviewed by Ed Matlack
Reviewed on November 8, 2010
I remember people like this, I probably was one of them at one time, though unless I am mad I try to pick my words carefully now...e

Reviewed by Rose Rideout
Reviewed on November 7, 2010
Richard this is excellent, I wonder how many out there are suffering because they've digested the venom from their lips.
Fantastic write.

Newfie hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on November 7, 2010
very well said-touching poem of support for our friend!

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on November 6, 2010
Expertly rhymed and fun to read. Well done:)
Sheila

Reviewed by Donna Chandler
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
You've taken the High Road and should give yourself a pat on the back. Good man. Your poetry is getting better and better. I especially enjoy the rhythm of your rhymes.

Donna

Reviewed by TONY NERONE
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
Very nicely done.

Namaste

Reviewed by Chip Bergeron
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
Ooooh!!!!!The venon frtom her lips may have missed the mark, but your poem is a direct hit!!!!

Chip Bergeron

Reviewed by Paul Berube
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
Great advice and well said, Richard.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
It is sad that some resort to such measures, Richard. Thank you for sharing. Love and peace to you,

Regis

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on November 5, 2010
Who ever it is he is forgotten and that's the worst fate he can have.


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