Caren Krutsinger Poet Prose Poetry

Confounded Confused and Perplexed

I am confounded, confused, truly perplexed
By people who are selfish and mean.
Were they abandoned in bathroom stalls?
Did they have to survive on a cold tile floor?
Was their world so cruel that they think only of themselves?

I am confounded, confused, truly perplexed
By people who are bossy and belligerent.
Do they think this is the way to influence you?
To make you a friend? To straighten you out?
Why is their way the only way?
Were they raised by alcoholics? Not able to change their sad childhoods?

I am confounded, confused, truly perplexed
By people who are perpetually angry and grouchy.
Do they never find their bliss? Do they frighten away their soul mates?
Do they not know that sadness is at the root of their anger?
Why do they not reach out for help? Do they trust no one?
Were they raised in houses where mothers held I-pads instead of them?

I am confounded, confused, truly perplexed by depression,
Anxiety, and grief. These feelings are terrifying for me. I am
An empath, so I have to stay away from these feelings. I hope
You understand. If my empathy perplexes you, I get it.

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Maurice Rigoler October 8, 2019 at 9:04 AM Love the line: "Were they raised in houses where mothers held I-pads instead of them?" You've given a very modern touch to old problems. Much to ponder on in this poem, Caren. / M

Hello There October 7, 2019 at 5:06 PM The human condition comes in so many perplexing forms... We are all affected. Seems you have an understanding, even though it is all very unsettling. I understand your need to stay clear as well. Great expressive piece here, Caren!

Kurt Ravidas October 7, 2019 at 2:33 PM Yeah, people are hard to deal with. Even Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of mercy, failed (his head literally exploded in despair), let alone us. Empathy is one of the most difficult paths.

James Edward Lee Sr. October 7, 2019 at 12:30 PM It takes a lot of empathy now a days, I find it's easier to turn the other cheek, I know only have two... remember the 80's and 90's theme "WWJD>What would Jesus Do" Even now forgive 7 X 70... inspirational piece... love it... Shall be and is a "FAV" James Caren Krutsinger October 7, 2019 at 1:25 PM "What would Jesus Do" - perfect!