Heidi Sands Poet Free verse

No Matter How Many Beatings

As the night has set in and the wind chimes stopped,
I sit in silence thankful for this day
Yet, I still ponder sudden hurtful actions by others
That came my way, many questions linger…
Who are you to tell me how to live my life in such a ‘mean’ way?
Hypocritically accusing me of doing exactly what you are doing to me!
You don’t even know the facts as to why I do what I do
Accusations without facts, are haunting to say the least
I will say one thing, in these feelings I am entitled to express:
I can be beaten with words an entire lifetime 
I will never stay beaten down
I am stronger than you think
I have learned to be wise over time
I will always be who I am, no matter how many beatings I take
By anyone who comes along

Heidi Sands

8/31/17

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Frederic Parker September 1, 2017 at 4:34 PM this is the third poem I've read today with an undercurrent of rage...but sometimes poets need to explore all the emotional avenues...this one was strong, dear poet Heidi Sands September 1, 2017 at 4:41 PM Thank you Frederic. I have been writing my entire life. I write articles, poetry, books, stories, etc. I also write through my emotions and even physical pain. It is helpful to me. I appreciate your comment on this :)

Joseph May September 1, 2017 at 9:05 AM Hope each new day brings you healing from emotional storms... Heidi Sands September 1, 2017 at 9:08 AM Thank you so much Joseph. I appreciate your comment!

Russell Sivey September 1, 2017 at 4:44 AM Stay strong Heidi. You can overcome this. Russell is having an X-ray done today, of course early in the morning. They do everything before anyone is awake. I will give Jan all the information later today so everyone can read, I guess, her blog entry. Well Russell says, "I loved your strength in this write Heidi. You are a special person my friend. Don't let anyone bring you down, you are better than evil words or actions, you won't be beaten down. Tremendous piece, great work." awesome Emma :) Heidi Sands September 1, 2017 at 7:14 AM Hi Emma. You are doing such a great job with being there for Russell and taking time to comment for him, bring us updates, etc. Thank you. I hope the x-ray is helpful. It is rough being in hospitals with how they do things. Please thank Russell for is kind comments on this. You both are also special! Take care :)

Vijay Pandit August 31, 2017 at 9:29 PM Good posture..position of strength and confidence! Heidi Sands August 31, 2017 at 9:31 PM Thank you Vijay!! :) This is who I am and why I survive. :)