Anitta Nteyi Poet ABC

I Don'T Anymore

I DON’T…….ANYMORE

I have grown, I have matured
My interests have changed, my mind has explored
I have felt, I have seen, I have touched and I have been
My ears have heard enough cheap gossip, enough nonsense, and enough ********
I do not tolerate hypocrisy anymore
I don’t…….anymore

I decided not to breathe the same air with those who live for other people anymore, those who showoff
I isolate myself from those who make small talk
Let us talk about death
Let us overthink
Let us be bold
Let us make sex the topic of our conversation
Let us talk about politics
Tell me something about science
I want to talk about atoms
I want to engage in academic conversations
I don’t do small talk anymore

As young as I am, I have been hurt, I have had pain
I do not want to be associated with those who do not give compliments, those who do not encourage, and those who do not give back
It is not arrogance, it’s just that I’ve been warned about life
I do not entertain negativity
I’ve leant life through other people’s life experiences
I was taught to choose my surroundings wisely 
I no longer surround myself with disloyal friends
Friends who smile at your face but frown at your back
Friends who cry with you but lough at you later
I show no interest to those with academic arrogance
A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle
I DON’T……ANYMORE!!!

BY: ANITTA NTEYI

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Poet Destroyer A October 3, 2016 at 12:27 PM Thank you for sharing Anitta N, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@ Anitta Nteyi October 4, 2016 at 2:49 AM Hey Linda,thank you very much for such a warm welcome,I look forward to learning more:):)