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You Cant Handle the Truth

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You can’t handle the truth… And so you lash out in pain You hurt and you maim Innuendo, the game Flaming, you flame What a shame! A SHAME! You can’t handle the truth… And so you fabricate lies Dress up a pretty disguise Compliment mesmerize Word trophy prize Not wise Not wise! You can’t handle the truth… And so you implicate With hints you sedate Your conscience placate Pride vindicate It’s still hate It’s HATE! You can’t handle the truth… So you write a small rhyme You cover the crime Throw around grime Slippery slope slime On heartache you climb Not this time NOT THIS TIME…. Eileen Manassian

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Arlene Smith

Date: 1/22/2015 6:06:00 AM

Wow! Powerful truths.... Loving this one, dear friend.. A 7 from me... Hugs.. Arlene

Paul Callus

Date: 1/21/2015 3:01:00 PM

Hi Eileen...before I came to the last stanza I had already decided that this was a cover-up...where lies and mud-throwing become shameful tools. But you won't have any of it, and with authority you put them in their place! Superwoman you are:) hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 3:06:00 PM

Thanks, Paul....I have decided not to take it further. I had just posted a poem entitled, The Higher Road....It's on this same theme, you know what? Sometimes you just have to live above it all. Honestly, nothing will change....Opinions set, are opinions kept. Those who know me....know who I am. If they choose to believe slander...there isn't much I can do about it...except write a poem...and then delete it! HA HA! I'm a silly girl, but I won't cause undue pain. Hugs

Isaiah Zerbst

Date: 1/21/2015 11:31:00 AM

Sad, but true poem with lots of emotion and powerful rhymes. Excellent!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 11:39:00 AM

Thanks, Isaiah. Good to hear from you. :)

Jack Ellison

Date: 1/21/2015 9:46:00 AM

Love it... very clever format Miss Boop! Love and joy... Kenny xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 11:19:00 AM

Thanks, dear sweet Kenny...Hope all is well. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 1/21/2015 7:15:00 AM

You have an exceptional speaking voice. I think you could be TV show host.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 11:19:00 AM

Oh Richard....Thank you. I did radio work for some time and got great compliments. :) I don't know about TV! ;) Oh...but I'd love that. Hubby did use me to test the new cameras when they were setting up the TV studio for the Hope channel programs in Arabic. I did an impromptu program for women in English. There was a Canadian lady in the audience and she was very impressed...said I'm a natural. Maybe one day! Thanks! Hugs

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/21/2015 4:46:00 AM

- The text in the image above says EVERYTHING ! - A powerful poem dear Eileen - Have a lovely day :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 10:59:00 AM

Thanks, dear Sunshine. Love having you warm my heart.

Justin Bordner

Date: 1/21/2015 2:08:00 AM

Your rhyme scheme is exceptionally intelligent, bringing the rhyming and message so seamlessly together. Your smart anger makes you so sexy in this poem Eileen. Every strong man wants a woman who can defend herself with style and severity...this is honorably hot! J.A.B.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 3:09:00 AM

You make me believe in myself, Justin. It is the sweetest gift you give me...the belief that I am exceptional, beautiful, desirable, and smart. I'm always happy for your visits...the world is a better place because of them. Thank you, Justin. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 1/20/2015 6:56:00 PM

Odd based on the content but there was something fun about reading this one. I like how it plays off the tongue.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 4:23:00 AM

:) How it plays off the tongue...Wish I could hear you read it, Richard! :) I remember your show with Drake. I loved calling in and talking to you....Finally knowing what you sound like. Hearing someone's voice adds so much to your perception of them, don't you think? Thanks for the lovely visit. I'm all smiles.

Jan Allison

Date: 1/20/2015 5:30:00 PM

Such a powerful write Eileen - I would give this to my sister if I dared!!!! A 7 from me:-) Hugs jan xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 4:24:00 AM

Oh!!! Well, perhaps it's best that you don't dare, sweetie! ;) I know what you mean, though...Thanks for visiting and the high rating. Lots of love to ya....

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/20/2015 5:21:00 PM

Yes, sometimes certain personality types consider truth as blame and they can't handle it. A common truth your poem points out with crystal clarity. A profound read Eileen. #7

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 4:29:00 AM

Thanks, Connie. I'm so thrilled to have you visit me again. :) It's really an honor for me. Thanks for taking the time to read and post. Hope you have a great day. Hugs

David Meade

Date: 1/20/2015 4:51:00 PM

I the rhyming structure is phenomenal!! In my own life, I can't tell you how many times I wanted to believe the lies . . . sad but true. I love the ending -- strong and powerful, the vision I see . . . standing on my two feet, hands on my hips, chin up . . . NOT THIS TIME. Encouraging and empowering -- another amazing write, my Little One. Also, I agree with Green Leaf below . . . light and love. 7

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 4:22:00 AM

David, good to see your name here on my page. Glad you liked this piece. Phenomenal is a lovely adjective. Thanks for attaching it to my poem. :) Sometimes being the "nice" person just enables people to hurt you time and again. Innuendos get me the most upset....they are couched in flowery words, but the intent is clear...I feel like saying..."get real!" Anyway...thanks for the visit. I'm happy for it. Hugs

Gary Bateman

Date: 1/20/2015 2:08:00 PM

Eileen, A most powerful write indeed!! This write here does get the message across. You're right, sometimes there are people who can't handle the truth and try to shade things their way always. Great Write!! A Seven too!! Best Always, Gary

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/21/2015 4:19:00 AM

I'm very honored by the visit and the high mark, Gary. Thanks ever so much for taking the time to visit and comment. :)