It saddens me that people cannot even respond to a greeting. I told this Lady at the grocery store once that I thought her coat was pretty and she said thanks but never made an effort to turn around to say it, she said it with her back to me...
They walk past me
and I can tell what is in their hearts
A face never lies...and if it does
the eyes, the eyes never lie
And I can feel their pain and touch their desires
I know I am not all that I could ever be
But I wish they would respond at least
when I smile and say hello
they say nothing and look away into darkness
afraid I'm trying to get something from them
when all I want is to sprinkle
a little bit of my light so they can in turn pass it along
This is a sad reflection of today's societies...and it seems to be world wide..Everyone is in such a hurry. In London for eg..some people don't even stop to acknowledge you if you ask for directions...
However, on the other hand...some people are so kind and helpful...perhaps the negative response is a lack of self esteem. Just 'bless them and send them love', was what someone recommended me to do...
This poem captures the hurt we feel however, but it shouldn't stop us trying...
The title is very unique.I can honestly say that sometimes people are like that.When someone tries to bring a little or a lot of sunshine into a person's life,they just don't appreciate it,but hey that is on them.I swear today's world truly lacks humanity and courteous.People have become so narcasstic.
By the way you express yourself in this poem,you have a large heart and sweet soulful woman.Keep up the great work and always bring sunshine to people's lives where it rises in their faces and sets in their hearts fill with happiness.take care
As often, you point a painful truth- And I'm wondering if it's mostly "Americans" - perhaps you'd have more perspective on that than me. As for your terrific title: I was thinking before I read the poem that it's YOU who "drank the sun" and it's surely shining through those eyes of yours...
Keep drinking happiness no matter what "they" say
There are people in life who inspire beyond the word. You are one of them. I usually feel very sad when that happens but I know if they knew any better they would take a piece of that sun and run with. You know how to put reality in to creative poetry and action for the benefit of others.
Bless your sweet sweet heart. Love always, Anze.
Reviewed by 000 000 (Reader)
Reviewed on December 5, 2008
Our world it seems, has become a one of mistrust. Can you blame em? I for one, believe in spreading the light, and hope you continue too. You have written this well
CarolHawks
Bernice,
Great truth in your words and a sense of hope for better. I learned, sadly, a long time ago that please and thank you are wasted on some people, ingratitude and bad manners are all too common.
John
This is true on so many levels...I sometimes
wonder if humanity will ever get it right...
I think fear is what makes many behave poorly
Excellent poem, Bernice...
...it is unfortunate that many voices are heard from behind backs...much of communication has perhaps become nothing but text...tiles ...the new ceramic heart...without window to the soul...the light has a hard time finding its way in.
continue to shine Bernice...your light is seen and felt.
best wishes...
John
Thank you for sharing as I was out shopping last night and asked a clerk if they had a certain movie she nudged her shoulders so I asked if she knew where I could get it and she again nudged her shoulders, I politely told her she was not a people person and was in the wrong profession. I love people and I am pleasant at ANY hour so it is hard for me to accept this. Bernice I will accept your smile and welcoming gester of kindness and care. I hope you continue to smile and have a very pleasant day.
This poem is profound on so many levels... The one thought that originally struck me, however, is that maybe it is not that they are afraid of what you want, but rather don't feel worthy of kind words...sad, but true in many instances...
This poem really hit home. As Santa at the Mall, I wave to all and call out Merry Christmas...adults and children. It amazes me that at least half the adults turn their heads and pretend I am not there.
feel you right on your sweet little buns on this one Bernice, I call them the walking dead. This lady held the door for me the other day, I thanked and gave her praise because some especially woman carrying a load will let it slam right in your face, and she was carrying a load, hugs
Bernise
There is no other word for that kind of behavior
Other than down and out rudeness
Have you ever walk by someone walking oppisite you
on the same sidewalk, and just before they come abreast you
the they look the other way, to avoid greeting you
Or responding to a greeting????
A poem of wisdom this is Bernice. One word would change the world - kind. If everyone was kind all the world's problems would disappear. Good manners seem to be a thing of the past. They're so far into the past that when we hear "thank you", "you're welcome", or see a smile we're usually surprised. What I dislike most is when I've finished shopping, checked out, and the clerk looks in another direction with a "poor me I have to work" look on his/her face and says to me, "Have a nice day." I hate that expression; it's become robotic.
Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on December 3, 2008
Join the long list of astonished people at the lack of common sense and courtsey, Bernice . . . What you described is bad enough, but at least you were spoken to . . . I have said "Hello," Good Morning," "Hi," and a number of other greetings and many times I don't even receive a look, never mind an answer back . . . Boggles the mind . . .
I love the title too, Bernice. And the poem. Sadly, not everyone
you see is as nice as you are. I was in the local deli this morning and two people said to me, "Hey,I like the hat." I beamed and said
thanks, it's an old one. They said, it still looks good. It was my old Rex Harrison hat, which I posted a poem about sometime ago, entitled, "He Had a Hat." -gene.
It seems everyone is caught up in their own little world and refuses to admit anyone in ... keep trying. Not everyone drinks the sun of hope; their souls are too dried up by mistrust or bitterness. What they need is some lifegiving water that a compliment can generate: one day, a compliment heard will nourish the parchedness and be paid forward, because you took the time to be nice. That's my prayer, anyway. Beautifully penned, well done.
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However, on the other hand...some people are so kind and helpful...perhaps the negative response is a lack of self esteem. Just 'bless them and send them love', was what someone recommended me to do...
This poem captures the hurt we feel however, but it shouldn't stop us trying...
Love and Blessings, Diana..
By the way you express yourself in this poem,you have a large heart and sweet soulful woman.Keep up the great work and always bring sunshine to people's lives where it rises in their faces and sets in their hearts fill with happiness.take care
Edwin
Keep drinking happiness no matter what "they" say
Bless your sweet sweet heart. Love always, Anze.
CarolHawks
Great truth in your words and a sense of hope for better. I learned, sadly, a long time ago that please and thank you are wasted on some people, ingratitude and bad manners are all too common.
John
wonder if humanity will ever get it right...
I think fear is what makes many behave poorly
Excellent poem, Bernice...
Love,
Eilen
continue to shine Bernice...your light is seen and felt.
best wishes...
John
Newfie hugs, Rose
Georg
Cryssa
fee
There is no other word for that kind of behavior
Other than down and out rudeness
Have you ever walk by someone walking oppisite you
on the same sidewalk, and just before they come abreast you
the they look the other way, to avoid greeting you
Or responding to a greeting????
William
Love & Peace
you see is as nice as you are. I was in the local deli this morning and two people said to me, "Hey,I like the hat." I beamed and said
thanks, it's an old one. They said, it still looks good. It was my old Rex Harrison hat, which I posted a poem about sometime ago, entitled, "He Had a Hat." -gene.
It seems everyone is caught up in their own little world and refuses to admit anyone in ... keep trying. Not everyone drinks the sun of hope; their souls are too dried up by mistrust or bitterness. What they need is some lifegiving water that a compliment can generate: one day, a compliment heard will nourish the parchedness and be paid forward, because you took the time to be nice. That's my prayer, anyway. Beautifully penned, well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Beautifully written poem and so true. But at least the lady said thanks, many people would not have acknowledged you. Love the title.
Mary