Mark Koplin Poet Rhyme

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 May 2, 2021 at 6:44 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 May 2, 2021 at 7:01 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 May 2, 2021 at 2:56 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 May 2, 2021 at 3:23 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 May 2, 2021 at 3:17 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 May 2, 2021 at 2:55 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 May 2, 2021 at 3:29 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 May 2, 2021 at 3:20 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 May 2, 2021 at 2:28 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 May 2, 2021 at 3:15 PM The ugly truth indeed! Thanks David! I greatly appreciate your support David! Jan Allison May 2, 2021 at 2:54 PM I couldn't have put it better myself David, you are very perceptive indeed:-( hugs Jan xx