Bullies

They come in all forms.

Some are needy
and demand our
time and attention.

Some want to be rude
and boss us around.

And some are just plain jealous
we are creative and happy.

None of them deserve
the right to be protected.

We all tiptoe around bullies
and let them rule the roost.

What's up with that ?!!



AP: 3rd place 2021

bullyinggriefinnocencejealousyrightsfree verse

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Panagiota Romios

July 31, 2019 at 4:32 PM

Thanks for being my voice! " we all pussyfoot around them and let them rule the roost. what's up with that? My question, also. People are powerful in ALL sizes and ages. They need to learn to stand up for themselves. Panagiota xoxo

Line Gauthier

July 31, 2019 at 6:41 PM

Often the bullies are big pushovers. One growl at them and it's over.

Alesia Leach

July 31, 2019 at 4:07 PM

Skillfully written, everyone deserve more respect than they get and everyone should enjoy the experience of knowing someone, instead of instant dislike and bullying. Enjoyed reading, thank you ;0)

Line Gauthier

July 31, 2019 at 6:44 PM

Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Alesia.

Caren Krutsinger

July 31, 2019 at 3:42 AM

Thank you for writing this one, Line. As you know, bullies can have a temporary effect on us. And sometimes with children especially or tender-hearted souls, a permanent effect. Great job, my friend.

Line Gauthier

July 31, 2019 at 4:26 AM

Imagine what a world it would be if people decided to put as much energy in dishing out positive energy.

Rhona Mcferran

July 30, 2019 at 11:37 PM

Very timely poem... "What's up with that?!", indeed!!

Line Gauthier

July 31, 2019 at 3:36 AM

Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Rhona.

Timothy Mcguire

July 30, 2019 at 9:26 PM

We are better than them, kinder and smarter. Its when we've had enough. Not to mention energy vampires who suck the life out of us!

Line Gauthier

July 31, 2019 at 3:36 AM

Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Timothy.

Kim Merryman

July 30, 2019 at 4:26 PM

I agree with you, Line. Well said. Kim M.

Line Gauthier

July 30, 2019 at 5:59 PM

Thanks for your visit and comment, Kim.

Eve Roper

July 30, 2019 at 1:59 PM

They do come in all forms, Line. Hugs

Line Gauthier

July 30, 2019 at 2:36 PM

Thanks for your visit and comment, Eve.

Jeanne Mcgee

July 30, 2019 at 11:21 AM

I agree...what's up with that! Well written, Line.

Line Gauthier

July 30, 2019 at 12:09 PM

Thanks, Jeanne.

Jan Allison

July 30, 2019 at 9:25 AM

Well penned Line, sadly it is something that happens especially on social media hence why I don't do 2faced book. I got bullied here when I first joined - someone didn't like my 'poop' poems being more popular than his perfect pentameter. Shame folk just can't accept our difference but there will always be petty jealousies and at the end of the day its very difficult to stand up to bullies I've found out to my cost in my life. Hugs jan xx

Panagiota Romios

July 31, 2019 at 4:40 PM

To Jan. indeed there are a few bullies here. I caught mine from Australia of all things, that was five months ago, I did not like being threatened, it was terrifying,...Panagiota

Eve Roper

July 30, 2019 at 1:56 PM

Jan, you are a sweetie and I love all your poems...I am not a person to really joke around, but I've learn to accept it because of my sons and my husband. They can not have a conversation without teasing..

Line Gauthier

July 30, 2019 at 9:32 AM

These things have a tendency to quickly get out of control. Sorry to hear that, Jan.

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