Karen Jones Poet Rhyme

Have You Ever

Have you ever been so angry
That you were just silent 
You left emotion hanging
And lack of words seem violent 

So upset with another who
You care for or love so dear
That you feel like a fool
And wonder why am I here

Some people lunge and try
To inflict what they feel inside
Upon another person hurting
Using words as fists inserting

But I choose to let the fuse
Slowly burn as the world turns

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Daniel Henry Rodgers October 15, 2025 at 8:03 AM Dear Karen, A kind of quiet anger, where you just go still and let the fuse burn and it is so real. You nailed that feeling of being hurt by someone you care about, and choosing not to lash out even when it’d be easier. Raw, honest, and strong. Autumn Blessings, Dear Karen, Daniel Karen Jones October 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM Thank you Daniel for your kind comments! Blessings returned

John Loving Iii October 13, 2025 at 4:56 PM Being single has it's advantages. Karen Jones October 13, 2025 at 6:18 PM lol yes it is peaceful

Hilda Greenhough October 13, 2025 at 1:12 AM I think your thoughts are beautiful. I enjoyvreading your poem. Karen Jones October 13, 2025 at 3:41 AM You are kind thank you!

David Crandall October 12, 2025 at 8:06 PM This is nicely expressed and relatable, so if the question is "have I ever", the answer is "yes"! Karen Jones October 12, 2025 at 11:49 PM Cool! Thanks for reading David!

Sotto Poet October 12, 2025 at 6:19 AM You made the correct decision. I have a hard time maintaining my anger against other individuals. People who do it amaze me. Karen Jones October 12, 2025 at 7:45 AM Agreed!

Charles Messina October 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM I think everyone gets to that point some time. Nothing is a better weapon than silence. Sometimes biting your tongue is well worth the reward. Shhhh....(lol) A very relatable write, Karen. Karen Jones October 11, 2025 at 12:42 PM Thanks for reading Charles!

CayCay Godwin October 11, 2025 at 7:51 AM I live this. I hold 'it' in, process, filter, absorb and deal. Harmony is one reason (Libra here) but it's more like a surety that I already 'get it' more than 'they' ever will. I did develop limits and have bursted to maim but only after decades of being saturated with 'idiot-absorbing' does idiots work? RELATION, good write. I get every emotion in the poem as per my perspectives, of course. Karen Jones October 11, 2025 at 10:12 AM Thanks for getting it! CayCay we are stronger for using self control! Hugs

sara Etgen-Baker October 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM truth and wisdom in your words, especially liked: Some people lunge and try To inflict what they feel inside Upon another person hurting Using words as fists inserting Spot On! Karen Jones October 10, 2025 at 6:09 PM Thank you for liking!

Paula Goldsmith October 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM I enjoyed reading your powerful "Have You Ever" write. Great Ending... Have a Blessed day/weekend writing away.......... Karen Jones October 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM Thank you and happy weekend ahead for you too!

Andrea Dietrich October 10, 2025 at 11:48 AM You choose the right way. I find it difficult to stay angry at people. I don't understand those that do! Karen Jones October 10, 2025 at 1:39 PM I agree! Thanks for reading!