Bullies

What kind of sadistic delirium dwells in an 
obtuse parent whose child emulates their 
behavior in showing it is okay to bully other 
children whose only egregious fault is shyness? 

Bullied and tormented and teased to tears, 
emotional scars that will last for years in 
self flagellating inferiority and a sense of 
worthlessness a delicate child withholds. 

Indigent children may be bullied to the point 
of contemplating suicide. Or worse yet become 
a bully themselves. To consecrate such actions 
of their child, who so berates another, makes the 
parent even more responsible than their child. 

Principals who mediate are in a quandary of 
showing impartiality yet fairness, awakening 
every sense to protect the bullied child. 
Insightful teachers are becoming more aware 
as they try to teach these bullies to have respect. 
I've seen that child who cries, but fears to tell. 

8-29-19 

Eight word challenge 9 Poetry Contest 1. OBTUSE  2.INDIGENT  3.EGREGIOUS  4. DELIRIUM  5.DELICATE  6. CONSECRATE  7.MEDIATE 8. AWAKENING 

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Makama Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:33 AM
So clever, so so clever, though bullies are no good and should be dealt with and discouraged. An absolute cracker!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 2:07 PM
Thank you Funom. I agree. That do not realize the long lasting harm the inflict. : )
Anish Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 7:42 PM
Bullies are so terrible. Hope you win the contest to your clever use of the allowed phrases. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Mcintosh Avatar
September 6, 2019 at 10:26 AM
This is so good... I couldn't use the words so well as you have done. Best wishes for the contests. Your writing here is very worthy, also. God bless you
Godwin Avatar
September 2, 2019 at 9:12 PM
Dysfunction raises dysfunction. You said this so well and delivered it with a righteous tone of indignation that such deserves. I'm so glad you wrote this truth in ways that should be clear to all readers wherever we post it: where would be the most beneficial wall? Splendid purposeful writing. Love ... CayCay
Callus Avatar
September 2, 2019 at 9:01 AM
Excellent, Connie. Your poem flowed so naturally that I'd not have known you had words to incorporate in it until I came to the very end. The topic you chose is a delicate one which unfortunately has become too common. ~ Regards // paul
Michael Avatar
September 1, 2019 at 3:39 AM
We should stop mending and start curing...it's coming from the roots...re soil and fertilize...I love these conscious writes...
Proxenos Avatar
September 1, 2019 at 2:33 AM
Parents must present a kind, gentle but firm example to their children, advise them and give them lots of love - the rest will fall into place. Children who are bullies and whom the rest of the class fear, will grow up, probably, to become a criminal - background says it all. Well penned my friend. Hugs, Jennifer.
Kiser Avatar
August 31, 2019 at 10:01 PM
This is so true, so many younger people have this and don't know that they don't have to let it ruin their lives. We should be teaching them when younger that they don't have to. We should be encouraging better behavior in kids but do we? Does society really encourage the better? One has to really examine the impressions we make on vulnerable minds.
Laurie Avatar
August 31, 2019 at 12:20 AM
Hello Connie … this behaviour if not nipped in the bud will continue into adult hood. It is not cool to bully. It's a sign of insecurity without any feeling towards the target. This is a great insight to what can be very dangerous if allowed to continue Connie - extremely strong message - thank you Connie - Lindsay
Adams Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 7:32 PM
powerful piece that holds so much sad truth...i do not allow bullying of any sort on my bus, i tell them they are on here less than an hour and need to get along, this world is much sadder now with the attacks on social media, we have had some local teens commit suicide from bullying, it's happening all around us... excellent write :) hugs
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 8:18 PM
So true. I was thinking of the recent suicides from bullying but didn't add it for the sake of brevity. Thank you Sandra. xxoo
Rodrigues Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 6:42 PM
Informative write! A sad experience!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 8:19 PM
Thank you Kim. xxoo
Y. Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 3:27 PM
Hi Connie, What a revelant piece of poetry. Bullying should not be tolerated at home or school. Bullying can lead to one taking their own life, this is why the subject shouldn't be taken lightly. In some cases bullies bully because they were a victim of bullying themselves. But when does the cycle break? Good thought provoking write. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Have a great weekend my friend- Alexis
Y. Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 3:53 PM
Kudos to your children that are teachers. They over worked and under paid:-) Alexis
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 3:33 PM
Thank you Alexis. Some teachers have become indifferent to the bullying and that has to stop. Most teachers are very caring though, they have a difficult time and are over worked with too many students in their classrooms. We need to raise their pay so more teachers will seek teaching as a profession. xxoo Two of my children teach.
Lamoureux Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 9:31 AM
Now there is a bully in the Whitehouse who is making bullying a cottage industry. Your poem deals with such an important topic. Well expressed Connie. Hugs Rick.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 3:16 PM
I agree Richard. Thank you my friend. xxoo
Pandit Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 7:02 AM
So powerful is this line: I've seen that child who cries, but fears to tell. Thank you for highlighting this problem, Connie..unfortunately it goes on..sad!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 3:18 PM
It is so true, they fear telling because of retaliation and making things even worse for themselves. Thank you Vijay. xxoo
Krutsinger Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 8:47 PM
It is such a pattern. When we find little bullies, we wonder about their parents. Often times their parents come in yelling, screaming, out-of-control big bullies. I believe bullying is learned behavior. Older siblings are great at teaching their younger siblings bullying ways also. It is a HUGE problem. Thank you for writing this poem. You are correct, the most sensitive often get bullied the most often.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 9:38 PM
So true. I find that the benefits of putting your child into the boy scouts our girls scouts is invaluable. Thank you Caren. : ) xxoo
Merryman Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 8:16 PM
I hate bullies! I've had experience with them as a child, but fortunately not to the extent as some have. A timely message in poetic form. Best wishes for the contest. Blessings, Kim
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 9:35 PM
I am teaching my granddaughters how to handle bullies. With todays social media these bullies who, are actually cowards, can hide behind fictitious names. Thank you Kim. xxoo
Raven Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 5:38 PM
Hi Connie, like many, I know the bullies, for me the worst thing was the mental torture. Because of my problems I was slow, at school, I didn't find it easy to learn at all. I have made sure that I have never set out to hurt anybody. You have hit the nail on the head with this write. I hope it does well in the contest. It reads like a winner to me. A fav. This one brought back memories. It always does well to remember what you never want to be. Have a wonderful Friday. Hugs....Mike. XX
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:50 PM
Thank you Mike. Social media has made it easy to bully and hide behind a fictitious name. We as parents, need to be aware of what our children are writing on the internet. It is a whole new world in cyberspace. Thank you for your very lovely comment on this poem and most definitely for the Fave! xxoo Aloha, Connie
Mchattie Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 5:04 PM
Way to go my friend. Wonderful poem. You really had the creative juices flowing for this one. Have a great day.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 5:16 PM
Thank you very much David. It is very nice to meet you. Aloha, Connie
Kinch  Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 4:02 PM
Gosh you've hit the nail on the head in this magnificent write. This surely has to be a winning write.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 5:15 PM
Children always try to emulate their parents which is why we as parents need to be so responsible and raising them. Thank you very much Elizabeth, for your wonderful response. xxoo
Green Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 3:54 PM
I have seen them as well and I have little patience for bullies and I don't hesitate to let them know when I see it. But, I am not a teacher so I guess I don't have to be politically correct when I do. They usually get my meaning very easily. Nicely done Connie on a tough subject. Best wishes in the contest
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 4:02 PM
My husband was really tall for his age. Much older boys used to bully him and take his lunch money every day until he learned to fight them off himself. He took Kung Fu and that was the end of the bullying. I can also relate to bullying. Thank you Chris. xxoo
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