Close To the Bone
Criticism can cut close to the bone,
An area where sensitivity hides;
Make it rather close to the vest,
so squabble won't start from both sides.
Attitude in a cautious or
Reserved manner is pleasing;
Instead of insulting words,
one must use the art of evaluating.
Negative notice can bring
Elation to the ears and heart;
Sour sentence can be sweet,
so success won't fall apart.
Sincere statement deserves attention,
Offensive one makes heart as cold as ice;
Unbearable lines are deafening
as they are also sore to the eyes.
They are too bad to be accepted,
Harsh words as they are;
Wreaking havoc to one's senses,
leaving him with a big wound and scar.
Extremely spoken or written words
Cut completely the connection;
Too intense and cruel expression
makes it close to the bone.
Copyright © Bernard F. Asuncion | Year Posted 2016
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