Don't Judge Me

Don’t judge me because I am not like you
We are all human, but different too
We have our experiences and ways we cope
To survive life’s curves and slippery slope
Sometimes, we try our best and still fall
Other times, it is easy to stand tall
Some days feel heavy, others feel light
Some we feel rested or lose sleep at night
There is joy to be felt and there is pain
All part of life, just as weather brings the rain
Some things are easy or hard to get through
But, don’t judge me because I am not like you

Heidi Sands

3/9/18
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Alhemaidy Avatar
February 22, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Very great write! A favorite! Thanks for sharing your great poem dear lovely big sweet poet! Have a nice day ~ AA
Sands Avatar
February 22, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Thank you very much Abdullah. I appreciate the Fave too. I hope you are having a nice day :)
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 21, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Hello Heidi, You said it very well. Hugs. Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 21, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Hello Heidi, Your welcome. Hugs. /Darlene/
Sands Avatar
February 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Thank you Darlene. Hugs :)
Sturgeon  Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
I was a chubby kid and still a big guy I know the the pain you express. Thank you for sharing I enjoyed it
Sands Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 2:42 PM
You are welcome and thank you for your comment. I am happy it reached you and you enjoyed it :)
Christian Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 5:43 AM
congrats on yiur featured poem. thank you for sharing.
Sands Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Thank you Diane :)
Neumann Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 2:36 AM
It is all about balance and tolerance, hey? Ver well expressed, Kai
Sands Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 7:41 AM
Thank you Kai :)
Callus Avatar
March 14, 2018 at 10:13 AM
An excellent delivery, Heidi! The topic of uniqueness comes with a wise message: not to judge diversity...luckily we are not all the same...wouldn't the world be dull if we were!! Regards // paul
Sands Avatar
March 14, 2018 at 10:53 AM
Thank you very much Paul :)
Krampe Avatar
March 12, 2018 at 3:45 PM
Very pertinent message, Heidi. I like this a lot.
Sands Avatar
March 12, 2018 at 3:47 PM
Thank you Agnes :)
Robinson Jr. Avatar
March 12, 2018 at 11:29 AM
Very wise words, Heidi. Simple truths that speak w/resonating deep, deep resounding meaning. An elegant poem on many levels.
Sands Avatar
March 12, 2018 at 12:01 PM
Thank you Freddie! I appreciate your feedback. I hope all is well :)
Walker Avatar
March 11, 2018 at 12:10 PM
I really like this and I think along these lines quite often, especially the last one. Well done Heidi :)
Sands Avatar
March 11, 2018 at 12:13 PM
Nice to see you Lenna. Thank you for your visit and feedback :) I am happy you like it.
One Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 11:43 AM
I agree Heidi... people will judge regardless, always best to ignore them as they do not walk in your shoes... Well expressed...
Sands Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 7:13 PM
Thank you, Silent One :)
Turner Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 8:23 AM
This is a fantastic poem, Heidi. IMO especially as we age, we are less likely to judge because of our own life experiences. We realize a person's real beauty lies within and you are gorgeous:)
Sands Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 8:27 AM
Hi Daniel. Great to see you. Yes beauty lies within. Thank you for your kind comment! Have a nice day :)
Allison Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 3:53 AM
Fabulous message Heidi we all are unique and no one knows what life issues we have gone through people are all too quick to judge:-( hugs Jan xx
Sands Avatar
March 10, 2018 at 3:59 AM
Thank you Jan. That is right. I appreciate your feedback :)
Wanter Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 6:33 PM
How many people are there in the world? Yet they are all different - and all the same. Nice poetry, Heidi.
Sands Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 6:34 PM
Yes Sunlite. Nice to see you. Thank you :)
May Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 5:26 PM
So true Heidi...Very well said...
Sands Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 5:27 PM
Thank you Joseph :)
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:45 PM
Very thoughtful, meaningful depiction..lovely life lesson for all..well written, Heidi.
Sands Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:46 PM
Thank you Vijay. Nice to hear that :)
Blanca Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:38 PM
Heidi, The sea is deep because it never rejects the tiniest rivulet.
Sands Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:40 PM
Interesting Carlos. Thank you for your visit and comment :)
Michael Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:32 PM
A nice little grove to this...smooth without airs...All the best Heidi
Sands Avatar
March 9, 2018 at 4:34 PM
Thank you Arturo! Nice to see you. :)
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