Excellent writing, Sherry with superb cadence and flow, hitting the nail smack dab in the head without once missing a beat.

~Mari

Ah Sherry, this is so powerful and excellent! Loved this strong poem!

Reindeer

I'm with Jerry on this one, Sherry. You may believe me or not but I respect women and have been disgusted many times about the way some men treat them. Thank you for sharing this. Love and peace to you. Regis

I will be so glad when the women of the world have finally figured out how to eradicate the male race. Then, and only then, will women be able to live like they think they should live. Men! Who the f**k needs 'em? Call me a . . . whatever name you like. I remember seeing something on TV recently where women were bemoaning the fact that there were no "real" men anymore, that the feminization of man has reached epic proportions, so maybe women are winning after all and not having to eridacte us, except by feminist indoctrination.

Uh, um. Somebody listen up! Great poem, Sherry. :-) ~~Nordette

ain't that the truth..unfortunately, such is life, and people like this abound...while our society has made and continues to make strides forward, on the individual level we all still have to put up with so much from so many ignorant people. fortunately for us all tho', it's all in how we interpret it, and what and who we choose to allow and keep in our lives. with this work, you make a strong statment, one that resounds! great work!

very powerful, Sherry ... there are men and there are men ...

Bravo!!!!! and a Standing Ovation For You Sherry!!!!! this is a double 5 star poem 10 stars for you my dear. **********!! Ilove this I need to make lots of copies and hand them around as needed!!!(c :) EXCELLENT!!

That gun right there is Perfection! If theydidn't see it at first I have no doubt she'd not be afraid to make sure they saw it. Oh Sherry Gail Heim, You are one Right on Ladyxoox I Love Your Style I love your Ways. You are Magnificent!!! XOOXXOOX!!! big high five to you!! The message in here is so powerful and so helpful too to help women afraid of men, aka abusive hubbys or boyfriends that they don't have to take it from them. This is a good poem to send to shelters and such it has a beat that could really help ladies, a... i don't how to say this went blank but a chant to chant all day as they walk and do things/self talkin'/ self assurance. make sense? Very Powerful Strong poem. Excellence!! This world of ladies thanks you!

Tell 'im, girl! What a great job you have done of
readin' the ___ the riot act. Holy Katzenjammer,
the woman's smokin'~!! Pea <3 :) <3

PS: Where did you get moi's picture? I don't recall
signing a release. Oh, well. At least I've got my
piece. . .w h o a. A gal could get hurt that way.
Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuug.

High five, Lady! Guess you are speaking to the converted here, but then, those who need to read this would probably not be able to anyway: gestures would probably work better!! If this is your wit and your tongue, then I'd stay well clear of your left-hook and leg-lock! :)) WTG and thank you on behalf of all those (females) who are unable, for whatever reason, to speak these words of truth from the convictions of their own hearts... LOL Kate xx

Sherry,
It's always a pleasure to be allowed to read one of your poems. They are everyone perfect in rhyme and meter, and the subjects hits the nail on the head without the slightest chance of missing.
That's quite the photo..I'm sure one might want to not take her serious but if they take into consideration that piece she's toten' that might just change their piggish minds. I see nothing wrong with a girl defending herself! lol
Great write Sherry! but then they always are!

Lisa

Sherry...written with much perfection...you have captured everything that needs to be captured here Sherry...love n luck...BHUWAN!!!

With words alone, you've put the overbearing man where he belongs - hanging onto the last rung of the ladder to a woman's heart. I love what you have to say, and the way you've said it. Hey, Men! You've been warned!

Sherry, did you put the wrong letter at the beginning of the last word in the last line? Shouldn't it be an, "f" ???

And men wonder why woman tend to shy away from restaurants like Hooters...we can't even eat chicken without having sexism shoved in our faces. I fully agree with Jill's review. Amen! Great write. Michelle

AMEN!!!! It's truly a jungle out there sometimes, but with words such as these, you'll be fine. Sadly though, I think a lot of women still cater to the old-style beliefs that we should sit at home and knit, taking things as 'the way they're meant to be' and I HATE that ideal. Women can be powerful and we deserve to be free!!!!
Outstanding write, Sherry.
Take care,
Jill
P.S. I pity the man who meets you in a dark alley. lol...

That's telling em Sherry. If a man doesn't respect a woman, he has no right to be called a man.

Stick to your guns girl!

Good beat, strong words, you made your point :)

Hi Sherry
Well,you told *em that's for sure. I felt my old identity crises coming up to the surface. I thought it was well stamped down ages ago.
I notice a difference between the male's way of treating women in Sweden compared with UK and USA. I have lived in all three.
I personally don't give tuppence for old conventions.I treat as I get treated no matter what gender he/she is,
We all, have needs for love and everything that may or may not be included in that mysterious emotion which noone has ever been able to define,because an emotion is so subjective.
If an attractive lady with a top self confidence is a victim,it's because the abuser needs help, not the victim.He needs to stand a foot higher and if he feels less,he will attack. One day,when you reach the merry old age of May, you might very well learn that the secret of giving is sacred.If we don't give to the meak and mild we will not get anything back. Meak and mild might very well love you,but cope with you and the threats you radiate.Donät know if itäs you in the picture,but if it is..................well, such an attractive young lady.....can hardly be taken seriously dressed like that ...Not likelt to be asked to go for a round of golf!!!!!
'Unless the serious onlooker is dressed the same. Just as well you donät live in Sweden you would freeze to death,well,during the Winter anyway.
I learned many moons ago,we can fight until we are bloody Sherry,but we will have to throw ourselves infront of horseman,sorry I mean buses and Royalty as those brave ladies did so we women could VOTE.
It will take generations to change,Sweden is top for equality between sexes,but they have a looong way to go!
If a bloke tries to down you,it's because he wants to stand higher.So you need a very tall bloke!!!!!!!!!! in other words one with good self confidence and education, but things are as they are,life is as it is..........so far. So if we dress in a suit we will be taken for a lady,.,.,,if we dress in a provocative way radiating sex..........unless we are wanting "sex alone" we wil be in trouble...That goes for men too I should think
Anyway,back to the wording.
Fantastically well done. Let's have another...maybe when you are loved for the one you are!!!! Someone " secure" who makes you happy!!!
I have a great feeling that your wording will be somewhat different,but probably just as talented.Keep it up Sherry and why not get rid of the gun and put some roses there instead!

Srong poem, strong words, and a strong lady. True but with aa hint of humour there as well. Great write Sherry.

Felix

Whoa! This is awesome Sherry! You have really put the so called "macho men" lights out with this one!I wonder if it
will ever sink in with some men that we are not
"toys or things to own" Great write !

Eileen

OMG no truer words were ever spoken, thought or written. You put that bum in his place sis. I echo Lori in that this theme is prefectly captured. But, will men ever listen? Of course not. They will just laugh on go on to someone else they can with their stupid egos. Sherry thank you so much for telling it like it is. May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom youlove, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, stubborn to a fault, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little terrified sister, Barbie

"If I have to be this girl in me, Then I may as well be."

"Gangsta Girl"!
You Go Girl, do your thing
Great write Sherry
outstanding presentation.

William .....Peace & Love

Oh dear oh dear, silly me. So Ed K lied to me.

I will treat women like people in future. X 100 lines....

If a bloke had a gun there and it went off. Then he would soon understand women better..

You captured the theme perfectly!