Gayle Rodd Poet Rhyme

Hurtful Critic

Indubitably, you're a writer like me
But your world is drenched in apathy
You're plodding through with lethargy
To write words so unclear.

Introvert, you're unrehearsed
Yet so well versed
In lines that hurt
And tear apart the things that I hold dear.

My love for you
It still holds true
You're begging me to notice you
But I sense that you're a person of regret.

In stanzas and soliloquy
The daggers you choose carefully
Are aimed to say
"I'll criticize you yet".

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Peter Rees August 18, 2017 at 5:05 AM I suspect your words are too kind, Gayle. I have just realised myself that there are some truly vile people on PS, whose words can crush and seriously de-motivate. You've held back with your words, rightly so, as it would do no good to reduce yourself to their malignant level. Well said. Gayle Rodd August 18, 2017 at 5:52 AM Well I have found (thank goodness) that the majority of people here are pretty kind and generous with their encouragement. I wish for you the more you write and contribute, that you will find them :)

Ronald A. Williams August 16, 2017 at 6:49 PM You tell your feelings well. Gayle Rodd August 16, 2017 at 6:58 PM thank you Ronald. I was feeling a bit sorry for myself I guess ;)

Kim Merryman March 8, 2017 at 3:57 PM There is no excuse for a hurtful critique! Your poem is clear and to the point, a well-written response to mean comments. I like it! Blessings, Kim Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 4:07 PM Thank you, Kim

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart March 8, 2017 at 1:37 PM You have flipped a lovely eloquent bird with this verse. I applaud you! ;) xomo! Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 2:03 PM Poetic and very well put ;)

Lisa Ricci March 8, 2017 at 12:49 PM Words hurt and harm. I always felt if there was an entry that I didn't understand or liked I passed and moved to another. I don't believe in tearing down thoughts of another especially when the thoughts come from the heart and soul. I've had my share of bad reviews that I had to explain my words style and thought. The bad critic is the one who sets out harm the good critic honestly advises the author of a point of view that can help the author grow. Remain true to your work and style. Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 1:06 PM Thx Lisa. I think there's a difference between constructive criticism and just plain brutal bashing! Meh, I figure those that spew the worst have the hardest time expressing themselves in writing anyway so... ;p

Jan Allison March 8, 2017 at 10:59 AM Powerfully penned Gayle. I have known people leave soup because their poems have received such harsh critique. When i first started writing and posting here I was so badly criticised by one poet for my 'simple' style I almost stopped writing... but in 3 years I have learned so much and I am so glad I stayed:-) hugs Jan xx Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 11:17 AM I think we've all felt that at one point, and being poets I feel we're probably more sensitive to that. I for one, embrace my sensitivity!! lol Thank you for the comments.

Chris Green March 8, 2017 at 10:56 AM Words can be the most dangerous weapons one can wield, especially in a scenario like this. Why so many just set out to hurt and destroy is beyond me. This poem speak that message well, it reads smoothly and has a melodic cadence to it. Nicely done Gayle. Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 11:19 AM Hi Chris. I think I wrote this after some not-so-constructive criticism regarding my punctuation. I know I'm horrible at punctuation but I'm learning! I guess you could say this is my 'reply' to her!

Susan Palli March 8, 2017 at 10:49 AM Hurtful indeed! Gayle Rodd March 8, 2017 at 12:47 PM Maybe I don't have thick enough skin to write!