Just Say "no"

There is so strongly grained in me
some ideas like saying “no” just
saying “no” to certain propositions,
my Catholic upbringing, or upbringing
in common with inclination.  I have not
been so nice as to say no to everything,
not very nice at all, but when I do say
that’s said and no more discussion.
I’ve decided, and that’s enough reason
to say “no, I won’t do that at all.”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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March 3, 2010 at 10:37 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry today Barbara. Looking forward to reading more of your writing. Love, Carol
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