This is as powerful in 2016 as it was in 2010, Regis ... the Sanskrit word 'swor' is the root of English 'swear' and sword and means 'to cut' - here's to healing wounds and soothing scars ... be well, Jan

I know when to clam up and say nothing, Or I get into big trouble with my thinking.

Wow....this poem was like a sword with its power and strength,I loved this one.
Best wishes
from
Kay

'Rings so true of situations I've been in ( and been guilty of occasionally ). Somewhere in the bible it mentions that we bridle our tongue ; that it is a " double edged sword ". Who wrote : " The pen is mightier than the sword. " ? Bravo Regis. Love, Mary

I got impaled on that last line.
Talk about a sword, you are a true knight of words.

John

Well written sweet man..stay safe and well...Hugss

Sword Words - How true this is. I can remember times when I put my foot in my mouth, then sat back and wished I'd said nothing. I was a school teacher most of my life. I remember times when I said words to kids I wish I had not said. I could tell by the looks on their faces that I had said too much, too quickly.

rege

powerful, thought provoking and timely

Oh grip my heart and rip it out. . .why don't you!?! I wish upon that sweet child a sea of kind words growing from Truly Loving roots.

This poem is a powerful expression of the infliction of pain that the dark side of humanity often delivers. I feel that Love can wipe it out if we keep exposing it and loving the hurt away.

your free versing voice is beautiful Regis
even though the subject matter is emotionally
gripping our hearts...your free verse voice
I utterly love to read

Hearing You In My Soul
Love's Balm & Tenderness
Vickie xo

"Sword words" Yes, they are very much like a sword, and here is the proof, "Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat?" (Job 12:11) Then if one can't say something, which is good...maybe it's better to say nought.

some times people do not think before they speak. they forget to engage their minds before their mouths. Well done Regis

hug
Kat

I AGREE...'SILENCE' CAN BE GOLDEN...SOMETIMES, ANYWAY. AND IT IS NOT SO MUCH WHAT ONE SAYS, BUT HOW THEY SAY IT, FOR THE TONGUE, '...WHO CAN TAME IT...?'. THANKS FOR SHARING, REGIS. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS.

The pen is mightier than the sword, but the tongue is indeed sharper.
Great poem
Susan

Regis, Words can hurt worse than a knife and take longer to heal. If someone doesn't have something nice to say then they shouldn't say anything...Silence is golden when you can't find the right words! Gives you a chance to think things through before you over react and say something you will regret later. Love, and peace always! Chessly

AH!!! I've NEVER seen that anagram before, Regis... how dull I am! But this poem cuts to the quick and I can feel its icy chill run through my bones. When words "slap" me I feel stunned and immobilised for days... you capture this feeling so well. Come to think of it, perhaps I have been so for much of my life; it's an awful feeling of disempowerment. Bless you, darlin. One truly wonders how mere sounds or shapes on a page can be so cruel. xx

An apt anagram indeed. It's so true that words can be just like a sword to the heart sometimes, and when they come from someone we love, are even all the more painful. The pain here is palpable, Regis. So well expressed, so well written. Hugs and love, Elizabeth

Quite a thrust with both blades.
A very skilled write!

Powerful and heartfelt filled with words of wisdom and hope to begin anew! This poem Regis will minister to many for generations to come! I really appreciate this poem! May the Lord bless and strengthen you to continue going forward in spite all you are going through! Truly you are a blessing to the world.....I appreciate and am thankful for your sharing and caring spirit! Be encouraged!

Much Love,
Margaret

Aw, this is heartfelt, Regis! You are so right...words can cut so deeply its as if a sword has pierced the soul! Beautifully done!

Anna

Reg,

Great metaphorical poem. Love gone wrong does cut like a sword. Love and peace to you.

Mary

Hi Regis,
I just found your poem in my spam!! What nerve :)! This is a wondefully composed poem of the power of words. How clever to notice that words and sword are identical except for the placement of the "s". I think this is one of your best writings--but then I think I always say that because I love them all.

Love, Micki

The world would be a better place if everyone only said good things and spoke in loving ways. The saddest thing for me to know is that others truly don't think their words hurt us, the brave, the strong...

I say and write crass words all the time. So that's why no one's got my back.

Ron

Dear Regis in this case the best position is to ignore and to forget the words that hurt. By doing so the words go back to the one who unleashed them. Love Emile

The cut is deep and lays open to wound! Flung words and flung swords can bring the same hurtful result.

Peace,
Dayvid

ohhh, thatz wonderfully put Regis.
There are two of the kinds..those who love,will never know what hurt is and those who are mere uncouths... :(

This stirs the primordial soul of mankind Regis. Deep, compelling and laced with pain and loss my dear friend. Your words, the sword tinged with remorse, for the emotion best left unuttered. I bid you love and peace. Jon Michael

Wonderful write Regis. Words really can hurt. Brings you back to the childrens rhyme, sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. Never did believe that. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel

Sad write, but o, so well done! C'est magnifique!

(((HUGS))) et amour, ton ami dans Texas, Karen Lynn. :D

Joyeux Noel a toi!

How apt an anagram
for words
is sword Love, love, love this line... I especially enjoyed this poem b/c I've been doing some chatting w/ historical romance authors this week. Impeccable timing; to me, it fit seamlessly with many of their heroes. I will share it with them!

Best,
Laura

So true Regis, I often tell loved ones to think before they speak. Words spoken out cannot never be returned. Great wisdom in your words.

Newfie hugs, Rose

A great sense of agony in this piece, Regis. You demonstrate nicely how easy it is to wound someone. Love and Hugs,
Sheila

Words can leave wounds that never heal.

Expresses well the pain of regret. R

Sticks and stones.... words have the power to annihilate don't they? Well put.

That saying 'Silence is Golden' says so much more at times~
Bessings,
Christine

'Once and for all shadows will become me and all this pain will be done"---------EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Far too many times words can hurt much worse than the sword; and often those words come from the one's we love the most. Very well said, my friend.

Dam Regis This Is Exceptional Romantic Write On!

Beats Hell Outa Humor...

TRASK...

Great poetic moral here - we cannot swallow words once spoken.
BRAVO!

My kind of word switch MASTERFULLY done. I'll say no more, except the photo is perfectly embedded. Patrick

ouch, yes, mwords can be so painful

It is so easy to give in to the emotion of misunderstanding and let the cruel words explode. The poem is excellent; the wounding of the soul so graphic it brings a sadness and sympathy to the reader (me). Just think, if more individuals heeded your last line, what changes would be wrought. I sincerely hope this isn't your present experience!
With Jesus-love,
Connie

Stronger words were never spoken then the sword of a poet with plume. If comfort and love were my arms open wide, I would sheath you and protect the tender soul I have grown so fond of knowing. Heart felt write Regis. Thank you. Love and light, Karen

Regis dear friend this is very sad and I sure do not like to hear of this .Since you are such a kindhearted person indeed and there is no need for anyone to be unkind to you! Your friend Laura

This is strong, Regis, and filled with pain and the desire to escape pain and suffering. This stirs me.

John

Regis, I don't like where you're coming from, but I sure do like the path you're taking. Stick to the high road buddy, I'm confident you'll overcome. Really like that anagram connection to the title too. Thanks Dick

I could feel your pain in this.
It's hard to say but it's best to say nothing. . . .sometimes!

db

I have always said that words can destroy or heal. Such powerful things are words, how we use them reveals much of who we are. Thank you for the profound wisdom of this writing.

the golden rule always applies...don't ever say anything you wouldn't want said to you...because in the higher order of things...you actually are :)

nice expression Regis...speaks volumes!

How much sweeter had you said nothing. Almost as sweet as the picture you chose.
God bless,
Lew

you couldn't have created this poem any better, Regis. harsh words between parent and child, student and teacher, adult to adult. doesn't matter the dynamic...it hurt's. well said ~ Morgan

Harsh words spoken can never be taken back and can damage even the strongest of bonds. Good work, Reg.
Take care,
Sherry

I am not going to say anything as it is much sweeter, but if I were to say something it would only be something positive...ed

How how words can be swords, yes very painful indeed. Verbal abuse is sometimes worse than physical abuse..
I say run, Forest, run, and never allow that person to speak words to you again...
Be well, my friend,
Peace, love and light,
Amber

Oh so sad, the heart's grief so well written here.
It's so hard to think of sweet you suffering sorrow.
Be well,
Christine

Extremely well crafted Poem.


Namaste
Tony

Your images usually go hand in hand with the poem and this one is no exception.

This poem has a great message. The poem is written in such a way - from the choice of words to the imagery used - as to get the point across very well. It really hits home. Words are like a sword that can really do damage to the heart - make it bleed, make it hurt, bring the pain... Sometimes it is best to say nothing at all than to say something that will hurt someone. Words are a weapon and many people don't realize that. They might hurt someone with something they say to that person and not even know it...

I wonder why in two of the stanzas you have 'me' on a line by itself. I would actually move the pronoun to the line above it. I am also tempted to move 'my heart;' to the line above it as well. For me this betters the flow of the poem. But other than that the flow is good.

Thanks for sharing this emotional poem. People will definitely be able to relate to it.

This poem reminds me of a lyric I wrote years back about words being a weapon. I will post here on AD once I find it. Thanks for the reminder.

Lena

Unique and origianal work Reg and the picture is riveting...so well matched to your poem.
fee

Better to just say it, than smile fake smiles accross the land.
But at least my smile upon your clever write is genuine < <er Spelling? lol

walk away from such words and the one who speaks them. painful to think of such cruelty. well written my friend.

i really relate to this in so many ways. brilliant poetry!!

WOW, this is absolutely true! This is really nice Regis. You've said it all. I wish more people could view this poem, and take heed.
Thank You
Steph

Evocative and heartfelt...brings up a world of feelings...Sometimes nothing is the best thing one can say.

Chip Bergeron

Very powerful Regis and well done. I can feel the hurt.

love and blessings,
ann