I Will

I will never walk the path of conflict Though if wronged will always stand my ground I will never initiate the storm of confrontation Though will never be knocked down I will never ignite the fire of pain Though will not allow myself to get burnt I will never cut you like a knife with vicious words l will however voice my words with the respect l have learnt

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 12/3/2023 1:35:00 PM

YOU will; I shall. ~ Grumpy old English teacher.

Deb M
Date: 12/9/2023 6:01:00 AM

Thanks BB aka grumpy old English teacher! Debx

Bill Baker

Date: 12/2/2023 10:33:00 PM

A wonderful way to live life, my dear friend. And nice poetry as a bonus. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Deb M
Date: 12/9/2023 6:00:00 AM

Thankyou Texan Bill!! Debx

David Fisher

Date: 12/2/2023 4:34:00 PM

Love the poem, especially the play between each pair of sentences. I think it's very well thought out!

Deb M
Date: 12/9/2023 6:00:00 AM

Thanks David appreciate that! Debx

Lin Lane

Date: 12/1/2023 12:16:00 PM

Never strike the first blow but never turn away respecting your integrity. Wonderful mantra, Deb. I've always admired you for your convictions.

Deb M
Date: 12/9/2023 6:01:00 AM

Thankyou Lin that a lovely compliment…you are very kind my friend!Debx

Deb M
Date: 12/9/2023 5:59:00 AM

Thankyou Lin that a lovely compliment…you are very kind my friend!Debx

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 12/1/2023 10:02:00 AM

A great message to us all my friend. I know I sometimes have difficulty in following such wisdom.

Deb M
Date: 12/1/2023 10:04:00 AM

Me too Jerry but l try my best and thats all we can do! Be mindful…thanks my friend! Debx

Ink Empress

Date: 11/30/2023 8:15:00 PM

Wherever i go drama loves to follow me for some reason, maybe i look like a drama magnet lolol. Well respect is earned, i am kind, and i try being patient but also i dont stay silenced when bullied or attacked , i always say what i have to. For some reason this poem felt like its written about me. Strongly resonated! You always do that with your words, pleasure reading this

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 11/30/2023 6:55:00 PM

"I Will" is a powerful write. Love It... Have a blessed day.................

Joe Dimino

Date: 11/30/2023 5:21:00 PM

Absolutely! Don't be anyone's punching bag. Well said, sage advice.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 11/30/2023 4:45:00 PM

such a powerful reminder to avoid conflict and to not inflict pain with words...those can be damaging at a much deeper level. Your words were thought-provoking. Thanks for sharing your creativity! enjoy your evening, Sara

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 4:47:00 PM

Thanks Sara! Debx

John Lawless

Date: 11/30/2023 1:53:00 PM

Deb, the proverbial question of "what is the sound of one hand clapping?" ran past me as i read this. Well done poetically and a reminder to us all.

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 4:47:00 PM

Thanks John! Debx

Silent One

Date: 11/30/2023 1:53:00 PM

I always try to stay away from conflict.. you are a more mature if you do.. always voice your words with respect.. nice attitude to have.

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 4:16:00 PM

Thankyou….Debx

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/30/2023 11:42:00 AM

Imagine if everyone shared your views Deb, what a wonderful world it would be. Tom

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 12:06:00 PM

Soupmail!!

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 12:03:00 PM

Hey Tom….l think many do….its just about not wanting or initiating conflict but always standing my ground respectfully if it comes my way! You knoe exactly what lm talking about my friend!! Debx

Christina Bowring

Date: 11/30/2023 11:35:00 AM

Hello lovely Deb. I have just read your latest, delightful poem several times. So well written and expressed. I loved it and the title too. I also loved and admired the strength resonating throughout. ‘ Though will never be knocked down’. This is an inspiring read and captures your strong but loving spirit, heart. So enjoyed reading it. Thank you for sharing. Hugs and smiles to you :):)

Deb M
Date: 11/30/2023 11:47:00 AM

Christine you are so incredibly gracious and encouraging with your comments. Thankyou so much for doing so my friend! Soupmail!! Debx