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For Who Gives

Most times we hide... Most times when people ask we say: "I'm fine" - and look away - "Really, I am fine" and all the while behind the mask of smiles behind the eyes that fake deep in the heart we collapse and cry, where no one sees. For we are too composed, we give but never take *** Copyright © Darren White May 4, 2017

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Maria Williams

Date: 7/6/2017 12:35:00 AM

This sums you up so perfectly dear Darren. Graciously and generously you give and keep giving my friend. Sometimes it pays to be a bit selfish, and take. Receive graciously in the spirit of which it is given.

Darren White
Date: 7/6/2017 12:43:00 AM

Receiving in the form of friendship is everything that is needed, nothing more :)

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 7/4/2017 10:42:00 PM

Everyone we meet is fighting some kind of battle ... oh, if we only kept that in mind when we related to others. We are uniquely self-centered species, good and bad, we are miraculous. Gorgeous write, Darren ... your work always turns my gears, and that is the best compliment I can give. If the written word makes you THINK or imagine or change, even slightly, then it has done the grandest purpose it can! If people knew the tears we shed behind the smiles ... ADORE this. Thanks for sharing, D.

Darren White
Date: 7/5/2017 2:28:00 AM

Exactly, take the time to look and hear beyond the first impression.....

Sara Ella

Date: 7/3/2017 10:29:00 PM

This is so true and so well said. <3 <3 <3

Darren White
Date: 7/4/2017 1:54:00 AM

Thanks my friend <3 :)

White Wolf

Date: 7/3/2017 8:21:00 PM

This runs SO smoothly I didn't even notice the rhyming! Such a well-done piece, Darren! And for once, beautiful words are true! Very touching

Darren White
Date: 7/4/2017 1:52:00 AM

Hehe, it's a sneaky rhyme ;)

Heidi Sands

Date: 7/3/2017 1:46:00 PM

This can be so true Darren. Very well done with this! :)

Darren White
Date: 7/4/2017 1:53:00 AM

It can be, and happens often... Thanks Heidi.

Agnes Krampe

Date: 7/3/2017 1:26:00 PM

So true, Darren, and beautifully said.

Darren White
Date: 7/3/2017 1:31:00 PM

Thanks Agnes, an yes, that is my experience too.

Chris Green

Date: 7/3/2017 12:44:00 PM

Perhaps it is a mask or perhaps it is a protective hood to keep another from worrying too much. :) Nicely stated my friend.

Darren White
Date: 7/3/2017 1:30:00 PM

It is both Chris. Plus it is self protection, a form of keeping people at a distance out of fear of being hurt.

Dean Wood

Date: 7/3/2017 12:14:00 PM

"we give but never take." So true Darren. Sharing is hard, especially when we have to open up and admit everything is not OK. Its easier to just pretend. Sharing is more fulfilling though, in my experience. Just choose wisely. Well written Darren! Regards, Dean

Darren White
Date: 7/3/2017 1:30:00 PM

Yes, it is hard. It is also a form of protection, and also one to avoid people to come too close. All of that is possible

Tim Smith

Date: 7/3/2017 12:02:00 PM

It is so true...we would rather hide behind a mask

Darren White
Date: 7/3/2017 12:04:00 PM

Isn't it? So very relatable :)