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Don't ~ A Snarky Poem
Don't mistake my smile for weakness
Don't think my quietness is fear
Don't believe my laughter is forgiveness
I may cry but you won't see a tear.
Don't try to hide what you are deep inside
Don't cover it up with a smile
Don't give me manure and call it a rose
I can smell you through all your denial.
Don't take and take and take from me
Don't give me a 'thanks' in return
Don't offer praise for a job well done
I can sense your lack of concern.
Don't puff up with pride in public
Don't boast of things you've done
Don't take ownership of a group effort
I can tell you the world wasn't built by one.
Don't mistake these words for sour grapes
Don't think any friendships will last
Don't believe that others will fall at your feet
I may smile when they call you a pompous ass!
©LMY 3.12.2012
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ImKarn23, haha! You get it! Thanks for the comment and the vote up!
I don't take these words as 'sour grapes' at all! I see them more as intelligent and self-respecting! Also - great advice to all the arrogant little narcissists running around who won't listen anyways..lol..voting up
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Gypsy, I laughed when that line came to me, too! Thanks for the votes!
LOL Voted up and awesome! This is terrific. My favorite part? Don't give me manure and call it a rose...
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tillsontitan, I never thought about that, but it would make some fine wall art in a few workplaces I've been! Thanks for the vote!
Ouch! This does show your anger and disillusionment. Well written and very to the point. It may need to be posted in some workplaces ;) Voted up, up, up!
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Patty, I know a few like that, but I do try to distance myself from them! Thanks for the comment and votes!
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rebecca, I was angry when I wrote it, so I guess it kind of shows! Thanks for the votes!
Too many people are like that, huh? Rated Up and Awesome.
I like your poem. I can feel where you are coming from. Such true feelings and spoken from the soul.Voted up and...well very beautiful!
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Lizam1, I try to distance myself from these types, but sometimes they sneak in! Thanks for the comment!
I once worked for that person! Thanks for making me smile.
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HipsHoney, thanks!
Love it!
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Michele, thanks for your kindness! I'm glad I could make you smile!
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Michael, only when people push me or others. I'm only mean to mean people! =) Thanks for the comment!
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Greg, thank you for the comment and the encouragement! I really appreciate it!
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Bill, you could never make me angry! Thanks! You have a great day, too!
I like this hub. You gave me a smile today! Thumbs up again!
Lisa, you do have a small mean streak in you.
Hi EF, Great job. DON'T ever stop writing. Greg
Snarky indeed; remind me never to make you angry. :) A job well-done; loved the last line. Have a great day my dear!
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