Eggshells

I've written this for a dear friend who is struggling with someone who is unkind and disrespectful. But I think there are many of us who have experienced this kind of situation from people who claim to be our friends. Please let's all try to be present and mindful of our behaviour. The words we speak can truly harm far more than some weapons and can do lasting psychological and emotional damage. Stay safe and take care. Remember that you deserve to be treated with dignity, respect and kindness. Eggshells By Michelle Morris 01/08/2023 I work myself up To meet you again You're supposed to be decent For you claim to be my friend But here I go again Walking on eggshells around you You're unkind and disrespectful And seem to enjoy being brutal I step outside myself Try to pull my shell around me But should I really have to brace myself Every time you're blunt or mean? I wonder if you reflect upon Your cruel words and deeds? I wonder if you'd notice If I disappeared from this scene? Everyone deserves kindness Dignity and respect I shouldn't have to accept this Live these moments I regret I thought we were friends But perhaps I was mistaken I think I'll slip away now Leave you in the darkness you're embracing © Michelle Morris, 2023