A Sad Commentary (poem) by Edwin Larson on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on January 19, 2005

you are so right and yes it is so sad
hopefully we will get there!!!

Reviewed on January 16, 2005

Yes, some people are so desperate to be the center of attention that they twist and turn themselves into emotional contortionists, hoping something, even the bizarre, will give them the attention they think they and they alone deserve. Very sad indeed. The one's who really do need help are often never seen or heard. They wear their burdens on the inside, never sharing their pain. ~ Sara

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on January 16, 2005

I think you are absolutely correct with the message in this poem. Way too much damn sensitivity going on these days. thank you.

Reviewed by Lisa Hilbers

Reviewed on January 16, 2005

Edwin, I now just what you mean! It's hard to teeter-totter with some idiot standing beneath the other end beating themselves in the head with it...now isn't it?
Only when they start yelling it's my fault...I'm gonna give them reason to yell.
Grand write Edwin!

Lisa

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

Hey, Ed, are "we" feeling just a tad insecure today...? I just started a new job and for the past two weeks have been way beyond insecure...but found if I doubled up on my anti-depressants boy do I feel better...LOL! I may not have captured the meaning, but when do I ever, sorry...;) Missed you of late, ed & rufuz

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

the sad reality is that we are all victims of insercurity, even to the point where we become insecure of other's insecurities ... i believe we should be in-secure, unassumptive and then are free from taking things personally ...

Reviewed by Judy Lloyd (Reader)

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

Yes I think like Eileen I will bow to this.

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

Ed, you and I are on the same page today, I have to bow to your
superb poem!You really captured the phony victim to perfection.

Eileen

Reviewed by Edwin Larson

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

Sandy,
The "victims" cries were in faux, to gain attention, rally support, and control the playground. Hence, "no-one knew or cared". The 'metaphoric' playground represents an inconsequential, or fabricated enviroment which ultimately entraps those who wish to control it. In short, its about those who should get the 'help' they need, and not piss on everyone else.

Reviewed by Katy Walsvik (Reader)

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

Personally, I don't see how anyone can stand by, laughing, partying, while someone is crying, in pain... but your commentary is accurate for much of what we see today, isn't it?

Reviewed by Sandy Knauer

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

But no-one really knew or cared
Most were there to have fun

I find it very sad that some were only there to have fun and not know or care about someone crying out for help. Guess we all see things from different perspectives, and perhaps I have misunderstood your message. This line, with the final commentary about 'victims' leaves me with a not-so-warm feeling. Please let me know if I have misread your message.

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

This is awesome writing, Edwin. Your clear vision shines like a beacon in the night through the mire of the lies and deceit that poisons the party for the rest of the attendees. There is always at least one "all about me" person who feels that his or her personal trials and tribulations should be heard above everyone else’s and will stop at nothing to make their point.
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on January 15, 2005

so true, edwin! very good write!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :(