Terry Miller Poet Villanelle

Festering Wound

One word, thoughtless voiced, can pierce like a dart.
Unknown to those who ventilate can leave
festering wounds upon a fragile heart.

You spurt out things and deem you're being smart.
Think it doesn't hurt? You're being so naive; 
One word, thoughtless voiced, can pierce like a dart.

It's far, far so easy to tear apart
clueless that the other could receive
festering wounds upon a fragile heart.

A stranger, lover, teller at Walmart;
Don't yell or rant because you have a peeve.
One word, thoughtless voiced, can pierce like a dart.

An argument there was no need to start;
because in the end, what did it achieve?
Festering wounds upon a fragile heart

Pause a moment before you speak, restart;
think about your words, do not disbelieve;
one word, thoughtless voiced, can pierce like a dart
festering wounds upon a fragile heart.


Pick-A-Title, Vol 29 - Poetry Contest placed 3rd
Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh
Date wrote: 12th March 2022

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David Crandall October 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM A lot of wisdom in this poem, which I sometimes remember, sometimes forget.

Joseph May October 10, 2025 at 7:24 AM Very nicely penned Terry, Congrats on your win Terry Miller October 10, 2025 at 7:34 AM Thank you, Joseph, and for running this contest, it is sometimes fun to give an old poem a fresh airing

Bill Baker April 2, 2022 at 8:42 AM Congrats on the high finish, Terry. A difficult form, but you handled it well. A lot of wisdom in your words. Thank you, for sharing your poetry with us, Bill Terry Miller April 3, 2022 at 2:07 AM Thank you, Bill, I really appreciate your comments, Terry.

Caren Krutsinger April 1, 2022 at 10:22 PM "One word, thoughtless voiced, can pierce like a dart." Why do we not all take one more second or two before we speak? Terry Miller April 2, 2022 at 6:11 AM I agree Caren, thank you for visiting.

Paula Goldsmith March 30, 2022 at 9:10 AM Congratulations on your win. A powerful write. So true. Words can hurt more than anyone will ever know. Think then speak. Have a blessed day writing away......................... Terry Miller March 31, 2022 at 2:24 AM It is indeed true, Paula; thank you so much for your kind comments

Sotto Poet March 28, 2022 at 7:12 AM In such a gorgeous Form, Terry, you have created a beautiful message! Excellent use of language! Congratulations on your contest's well-deserved win. Terry Miller March 31, 2022 at 2:23 AM Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comments.

Christuraj Alex March 27, 2022 at 11:22 PM Beautiful poem written in Villanelle form. Congratulations! Terry Miller March 28, 2022 at 1:54 AM Thank you so much for your kind comment.

Edward Ibeh March 27, 2022 at 10:42 AM Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest with this top-notch Villanelle poem, Terry:-) Bravo! Terry Miller March 28, 2022 at 1:55 AM Thank you, Edward, for the comment, placement, and for running the competition

Mike Gentile March 13, 2022 at 9:15 AM Terry, you crafter a beautiful message in such a lovely form! Great choice of words! Good luck in the contest !!! Terry Miller March 13, 2022 at 9:27 AM Thank you, Mike

Deb M March 12, 2022 at 9:15 PM Indeed it can Terry….mutual respect makes such a difference! Loved this poem. Cheers Deb x Terry Miller March 13, 2022 at 9:28 AM Yes indeed Deb, thank you for your kind comment.

Valsa George March 12, 2022 at 7:39 PM This is so meaningful and beautifully composed. Yes, a thoughtless word can sometimes pierce a heart like a dart ! All the Best in the contest, Terry ! Terry Miller March 13, 2022 at 9:28 AM Thank you so much for your kind comment.

L Milton Hankins March 12, 2022 at 1:36 PM Ah, Terry, this is so good, and especially good for the contest. I wish you the very best. This should move right up toward the top! Terry Miller March 13, 2022 at 9:28 AM Thank you Milt I always appreciate your comments.