Abhor

Abhor Arrogance and ego, tit for tat Let’s see right where the heart is at Shame on me or shame on you Do as I say and not as I do Calling names, sticks and stones Is it ever ok to crack some bones? Wounding intentions are felt by all Lip service enhance an imminent fall The complex of a petty man They’ll crush your will because they can Three fingers point right back at thee Silent assassins, you’ll always be That painted box is getting weak So many silently stand and speak Pride is seen and felt once more to a righteous rant I just abhor 5/2/2021

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Lindsay Laurie

Date: 5/2/2021 6:44:00 PM

Hello Mark ... is this childish behavior still going on. If so, the rules of this site should be copied and sent to them. Horrible comments can be very hurtful - thanks Mark - Lindsay

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/2/2021 7:01:00 PM

Unfortunately it is, another poet who likes to belittle women. I just don’t understand these cowards at all. Thanks for stopping by my friend.

Jan Allison

Date: 5/2/2021 2:56:00 PM

Do as I say and not as I do, well having seen the blog and comments I couldnt believe the hypocrisy and I for one won't be commenting on demand. Bravo for writing the poem:-) hugs Jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/2/2021 3:23:00 PM

Thanks Jan, I can't believe the arrogance of some people. Why some try to dictate what others should do is beyond crazy. Trying to shame people into making comments on some poem that they don't want to is infantile and weak. Thanks for stopping by my friend!!

David Kavanagh
Date: 5/2/2021 3:17:00 PM

Yeah Jan why should you or indeed anyone feel they have to reply, to rants and lies, unless it’s just to amuse ourselves, cheers David

Jenna Logan

Date: 5/2/2021 2:55:00 PM

He who abhors name callers became a name caller. Well isn’t that the epitome of hypocrisy? Great word choices. Mark. The offender’s words fired back except for one the culprit didn’t think I saw.

Jenna Logan
Date: 5/2/2021 3:29:00 PM

Thank you, Mark. In addition to him telling me that he thinks I’m self centered and petty...I saw that he called me a ‘shrew,’ which he later deleted. I appreciate your concern. I’m not bothered by such foolishness.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/2/2021 3:20:00 PM

I remember sticking up for this individual in question when he was being trolled here. Now he stands tall and points down. I'm very disappointed to say the least. Thanks for reading Jenna and I'm sorry that you were the victim of his childish rant. I truly admire how you handled him. My hat is off to you Jenna.

David Kavanagh

Date: 5/2/2021 2:28:00 PM

This flows so well Mark, the abhorrence is in the lie, and you just exposed the ugly truth behind it, in such a well thought out poem, cheers David

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/2/2021 3:15:00 PM

The ugly truth indeed! Thanks David! I greatly appreciate your support David!

Jan Allison
Date: 5/2/2021 2:54:00 PM

I couldn't have put it better myself David, you are very perceptive indeed:-( hugs Jan xx