Rejected

12/21/19


Not going to pretend it
I've been feeling rejected
And disrespected
Nothing I said and did
Was effective
Time I take a sedative
Or maybe 10 of them

Was fine one minute then out the next second
THC, pharmaceuticals and alcohol ingested
For the pain, but it doesn't end it
Until it all really sets in
And I'm in another dimension
Where there's no depression
I guess it's
Kind of like a respite
But then reality sets in

Continually tested
And tempted
Many nights I never rested
I've been disoriented
Don't know what direction I'm headed
But I shall not be bested
Or subjected
To anything wretched

I got to be intrepid
Getting wiser and improving methods
So there won't be no crash or wreckage

According to legends
And first hand accounts from veterans
I don't think you get the message

They talk of being destined
And how it can be manifested
Getting closer to the exit
One day it all will have ended
Whether or not, it was unexpected

Might not make it to being old and decrepit
And just may die alone, with no friendships

My nephew dyslexic
And this girl I know, is anorexic
In a world so hectic
It'll break you down, if you let it
Turning into something unpleasant
Whether your an adult or adolescent

No longer very majestic
It's becoming pathetic
I'm tired of being authentic and poetic
As well as what trended
And is recommended
Regardless, they're never going to give credit
Later on or in the present

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Date: 12/26/2019 2:22:00 PM
Great poem.. very emotive. Congrats on potd.
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/27/2019 1:19:00 AM
I sincerely appreciate that Silent One!!!
Date: 12/25/2019 1:54:00 PM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Dalton :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/27/2019 1:19:00 AM
Thank you very much Anne-Lise!!! :)
Date: 12/23/2019 8:45:00 PM
Oh my!!! You pen something that many face. This is deep, emotional and so powerful. Your thoughts tug at the heartstrings. Congratulations Dalton, on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:37:00 AM
Yes, we all go through it at times. Thank you very much Brandy. Happy Holidays to you!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 8:36:00 PM
Congratulations on POTD!
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:37:00 AM
Thank you Tania, Happy Holidays to you!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 4:38:00 PM
GrEaT poem, Dalton!! You're my new bestie Inside Man. Kudos on POTD. May love light your path in life always.
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:38:00 AM
I appreciate that Freddie! Is that a movie reference? May love light your path in life always as well! Happy Holidays to you!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 12:54:00 PM
Even though happenings all around us mask it. Their is still beauty to be found. I guess at times we all feel "Rejected". A well written poem and so deserving of POTD, Dalton. Best Wishes~ Warren
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:40:00 AM
I couldn't agree more Warren Doll! Thank you very much, I appreciate it! Happy Holidays to you!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 12:39:00 PM
POTD proves you are appreciated. Best wishes and Congratulations! Mele Kalikimaka! xxoo
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:40:00 AM
You are right Connie! Thank you very much and Happy Holidays to you!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 11:46:00 AM
A tribute to frustration flowing through pen.... Congrats on POTD
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:36:00 AM
Thanks, Happy Holidays to you!!
Date: 12/23/2019 9:09:00 AM
Congrats!! Dalton on your POTD!!...heartfelt my friend...may you have a great Holiday Season...^WW^ :o)(
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:41:00 AM
I appreciate that WW ;). May you have a great Holiday Season too!!!!
Date: 12/23/2019 7:23:00 AM
Your "authentic and poetic" work deserving congratulations! Congratulations on your POTD honour, Dalton! Best regards and blessings.
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Dalton Ogletree
Date: 12/24/2019 12:42:00 AM
Thank you Besma Riabi Dziri. Best regards and blessings to you!!!
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