Alexis Y. Poet Free verse

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I wrote this poem three days ago. But I decided to post it today.

Don'T Try To Change Me

I don't mind being your friend
Or even possibly loving you
But don't try to change me
I love being me
I have my own voice
We see things differently 
But that's ok
We can co exist and still be us
I'm warning you don't try to change me
If you do I will make a big fuss
You being you and me being me makes us unique 
Our differences make up the human race
We can always agree to disagree
This planet is a big rainbow
But we must all strive to unify our world with love
I can love you and still be me
And you can still be you
It's okay to be our individual selves
But love and respect must be a common goal for us all


11-24-16
Alexis Y.

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Christopher Flaherty July 5, 2018 at 5:49 PM I don't get the phenomenon or point of people who go into relationships thinking I can change them. In effect this means you don't actually like them in the 1st place they must be so self righteous or conceited they probably think they are perfect without faults of there own. Love it

J Hamilton Gist May 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM I would not dare try to change you...it's all about advancing you. Nice work.

Anisha Dutta April 12, 2018 at 7:09 PM So right you are. I totally agree with you in each point. Every being is special with individual characteristics. But each must honor other's ego and emotion. Best Wishes always.

Kudzai Mhangwa April 12, 2018 at 1:46 AM I loved reading your poem Alexis! The message is so powerful and very true, thank you so much for sharing with us

Daniel Schack April 11, 2018 at 10:10 PM the sad thing in this world is that often one is allowed to be different but not too different. yet, we are all very different. googool poetry of Daniel schack on poetrysoup. feedback please, if possible. also tumblr.com-adanthemanworld for art and facebook . be well, in any case. Daniel schack

Newton Ranaweera December 19, 2016 at 8:47 PM Great!

Robert Lindley December 18, 2016 at 5:08 PM What Arthur and Chris said, they beat me to it. As in beautifully done and great wisdom on human relationship expressed well.A7

Gary Bateman December 9, 2016 at 11:34 AM Hello Alexis!! An quite excellent poem which speaks "truth to power" about a subject that can plague any relationship between two people. People who have been together for a long time usually learn to let one another be themselves. This so very important!! Your last verse says it all!! Cheers and Best, Gary

John Hamilton December 9, 2016 at 9:56 AM Great poem with a lot of truth. Of course we all have to change some things sometimes we are all imperfect and make the same mistakes over and over, but I get your point loud and clear.

Chris Green November 28, 2016 at 7:15 AM Often people will try to change us to be what they are, to mold us into something they expect but the questions is, why would you try to change me if I am who you fell in love with in the first place. I am me, you are you, I fell for who you are, do the same for me because I happen to like who I am. Wow, Alexis, your words really bring a smile to my face because they speak your heart and your soul. Beautifully done.

Arthur Vaso November 27, 2016 at 10:45 PM Women get married hoping they will change the man, Men get married hoping the woman will never change! ( old expression) LOL love the poem!

Anne-Lise Andresen November 27, 2016 at 2:49 PM - Always be yourself, Alexis - Best wishes and hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Demetrios Trifiatis November 27, 2016 at 11:01 AM This is a healthy attitude dear Alexis! We always can improve what we are but we should deviate from what God has indented us to be. If someone loves us must love what we are! Excellent message! A seven!

Andrea Dietrich November 27, 2016 at 10:49 AM very good message, Alexis. A true friend will not try to change you!

Richard Lamoureux November 27, 2016 at 10:38 AM Keep on being you, there is no one better equipped to be you. Great message.

Connie Marcum Wong November 27, 2016 at 2:35 AM Not trying to change your partner makes for a happy union. I so agree with you Alexis. Those remember that will last. Very wise words in this wonderful poem Alexis. I want to thank you again for faving my Tribute poem. Blessings, Connie : )

Freddie Robinson Jr. November 27, 2016 at 12:27 AM I agree w/Jan. Those are some very truthful words in this poem, Alexis. People have to accept one another, warts and all, as they are. An excellent poem, by an excellent poetess. Much love to you.

Jan Allison November 26, 2016 at 4:59 PM So true Alexis - the lyrics to 'I love you just the way you are' sprang into my mind:-) hugs jan xx7

Nette Onclaud November 26, 2016 at 2:59 PM change is a personal choice... wonderfully relayed, alexis..huggs

Darlene De Beaulieu November 26, 2016 at 2:32 PM Hello Alexis, I can relate to your poem. I feel the same way as you do. I rated you 7 but you should be a 12. I also made your poem my favourite. So I ca reread it when I want to.

CayCay Godwin November 26, 2016 at 2:11 PM Individualism is, to me, the most important thing in life. This group, that group, I care not for groups, but people and I love your poem. Don't you dare stop being you, don't conform or bend. I am right proud, girl ... CayCay Not the Mama

Charmaine Chircop November 26, 2016 at 1:18 PM Deserves A fave..dear.Yes definitely We are all different..an our ideas differ too at times..but that is what is beautiful in friendship..We can love and be loved for who we are..Awesome. Charmaine Chircop November 26, 2016 at 1:19 PM This deserves potd potw and poty for me...

Tim Smith November 26, 2016 at 11:39 AM Perfectly penned Alexis.

Lim'Rik Flats November 26, 2016 at 9:45 AM AMEN! You're the best you, EVER! I'm the best me...well except for the coffee dribbling down my chin, oh, and toast crumbs in my lap, oh, and mismatched socks, and... Huggerdoodles! ~ john ps. we should put your last line on billboards everwhere

Heidi Sands November 26, 2016 at 9:43 AM So True Alexis and I feel the same way. Great poem! :)