Two wrongs don't make a right, but standing up for myself sure feels good. Note: Written in first person form, but this is NOT about me.
You've met your match this time!
Empty from empty leaves empty
Now, I have to wonder if you ever loved me.
You must realize the consequences of your actions
That leads up to my reactions
It was a laid out plan from the get go
We talked about what would not be tolerated
Hitting me was number one!
You knew what was going to happen
You let your emotions take control,
Right down to your balled up fist
That met my face
Now, face the music of my vexation!
There is nothing in the place where something used to be.
Don't call me names
Don't tell me what a woman is not suppose to do
Don't say I'm crazy
Don't play double standards
When I stand up for myself
Forget the talk,
The precise circumstances may not apply to you, but on some elemental level this work is about you, and the rest of us, too. Thank you for the powerful piece.
yeah yeah an eye for an eye
get your fight on....but really sometimes that is the only way to get a person to see their faults by giving it to em' right in the kisser
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Some might view your verse as a tough stand, Pier. But any person who would even consider ill treatment of another is not involved in a loving relationship. Love doesn't mistreat, it cherishes. Love doesn't direct and tell another person what they should or shouldn't do or what they can or can't say. Love accepts and cherishes the other person for their honest self. Anything less is unacceptable, unloving and ungodly.
Does the 20-year-old "key" the paint job on his new car? Of course not. He/she is out cleaning and polishing and "nuturing" the car with the most tender care and pride possible.
So, if you don't feel cherished--no matter what view the other person voices or thinks of their own conduct--get out of there!
Anything less is lying to yourself and accepting far less than any human deserves: Cherished, loving companionship.
Way ta go, Pier. Maybe those doubting themselves will now get the courage to "stand up" and be honest with themselves.
And if you, Reader, are one of those, you don't have to go it alone. There are organizations and governmental agencies that will step in and help you make the change into the life God intended for you.
If that's you, make your actions live Pier's words: "Say hello to my fist!"
It is such a tragedy when people resort to violence instead of understanding and communication. No one is the property of another and no one deserves to be beaten because they are following a life path that differs from another's expectations. With our inability to resolve our one-on-one relationships without resorting to violence I wonder how people can believe that whole countries with such diverse viewpoints can ever live in harmony. Your words are powerful, Pier and strong. Excellent poetry.
Take care,
Sherry
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Edwin
A very poignant, puissant piece of writing . . . top-notch!
Hugs,
Lance
Gina
Sandie May Angel :o)
Regis
get your fight on....but really sometimes that is the only way to get a person to see their faults by giving it to em' right in the kisser
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Love Tinka
Does the 20-year-old "key" the paint job on his new car? Of course not. He/she is out cleaning and polishing and "nuturing" the car with the most tender care and pride possible.
So, if you don't feel cherished--no matter what view the other person voices or thinks of their own conduct--get out of there!
Anything less is lying to yourself and accepting far less than any human deserves: Cherished, loving companionship.
Way ta go, Pier. Maybe those doubting themselves will now get the courage to "stand up" and be honest with themselves.
And if you, Reader, are one of those, you don't have to go it alone. There are organizations and governmental agencies that will step in and help you make the change into the life God intended for you.
If that's you, make your actions live Pier's words: "Say hello to my fist!"
Richard
Take care,
Sherry
or the other.
Terrific write Pier...