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I Don'T Know

While some people come, others are a no-show.
They make promises, but break them as they go.
Some say they can’t do it, but don’t even try.
What is stated is truth, but it turns out a lie.
All I want are the facts as I move to and fro.
Don’t always give me the same thing, “I don’t know”.

I expect them to be on time, but they arrive late.
When I ask for the news, people often prevaricate.
Sometimes, these jokers don’t arrive at all.
Too often, those I know are enough to appall.
In this world, I know many a Jane and Joe.
Frequently, all each one says is “I don’t know.”

When I ask you this, don’t say “I don’t know”.
If I ask you that, don’t say “I don’t know”.
When I want to know, don’t say “I don’t know”.
If I want to hear, don’t say “I don’t know”.
Is your only reply going to be “I don’t know”?
Get lost you worthless trash, you had better go.

Copyright © Robert Pettit | Year Posted 2011

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Linda-Marie Sweetheart Date: 7/3/2011 3:25:00 PM direct and to the point Robert.. it does get tiring ..those I don't knows but to me it is an excuse not to be involved any further.. or just disinterest luv.. a pat standard answer .. great admonishing at the end luv.. Login to Reply

Ingibo Benson Date: 7/3/2011 1:36:00 PM Hi Robert, I don't know is becoming more used in our society, some don't care that's why they give this indifferent reply, others know, but just don't feel like letting it out, good to read what you think, keep writing, Robert. Login to Reply