Caren Krutsinger Poet Free verse

Dangers of Social Media

I received misinformation yesterday
A friend’s interpretation of one of their friend’s conversations
borrowed through eavesdropping of a neighbor

I received confirmation yesterday that it was a
supposed observation, and had legitimate validation
that it was no fabrication

However, it caused drama and upheaval 
The second I posted this misinformation on social media
I was told it was untrue.

Eighteen minutes later I unposted it
Luckily only six hundred and forty-two people now think I am a liar.


Contest: Once More I Failed the Truth
Sponsor: Kai Michael Neumann 
Written 7-6-2-21

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Maurice Rigoler July 7, 2021 at 2:08 AM I avoid all social media like the plague,to use an old expression. If friends want to communicate with me, they can telephone or email me. In either case I don't have to pick up the phone or read the email. / Maurice

Gershon Wolf July 6, 2021 at 7:44 PM Reread what you wrote, Caren, especially the first three stanzas. Now, ask yourself this question, looking it straight in the eye: Do I, C.K., believe in pure gossip?! If so, never mind. If not, get off of Social Media asap, and never look back. ~ He of the Dumb Phone

L Milton Hankins July 6, 2021 at 9:15 AM Ah, you are so right. Social Media is dangerous. I am very careful about what I read and what I write on it. But, I do indulge. Hey, how do you get along without it nowadays?