Charles Messina Poet Rhyme

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Everyone hates to be lied to, especially from someone we've trusted. They can pull the wool over my eyes but once. But it will take a lot of apologies to gain my trust again. 

Son-Of-A-----

You fooled me once... but you can't fool me twice 
You've done something stupid... that's not very nice 
You tailored a lie... you did not accidentally miss a stitch 
You fooled me on purpose... you rotten son of a …..
 
After all these years... I believed in your trust 
And now, low and behold... your truths are a bust 
It's not a case... of which witch is which 
It's a case of a liar... a true son of a …..
 
Shame on you... my now begone friend 
I won't ever forgive you... I will not pretend 
That you are my friend... because you, I will ditch 
I trust you no more... you son of a …..

 
Fool Me Once Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Brenda Chiri 
8/9/2018

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Lewis Raynes September 13, 2018 at 1:51 PM This builds so well, loved it

Haley Fisher September 4, 2018 at 8:43 AM Love it! The repeated line showing the impact of lies and broken trust. Congrats on your placement. I really liked the line, "Shame on you...".

Subimal Sinha-Roy September 4, 2018 at 12:42 AM Congratulations, Charles on your grand win. Charles Messina September 4, 2018 at 5:24 AM Thank you, Subimal

Gershon Wolf August 21, 2018 at 9:03 PM Had to read this one after seeing the title, ... and you did not let me down! Good one! ~ gw Check your mail. Charles Messina September 4, 2018 at 5:28 AM Thank you, Gershon!

Robert L. Hinshaw August 17, 2018 at 3:39 PM I guess you told him, Charles! Well-written! A sure winner for the contest. Also many congrats for being named to the Top Contest Poets for the past 6 months list! - Bob

Lindsay Laurie August 13, 2018 at 11:12 PM G'day Charles … to me, your poem reads like a set of lyrics and therefore worthy of a song with a strong message. Chip Taylor tends to sing songs with lyrics like your verse - enjoyed this verse - Lindsay Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:46 AM G'day Lindsay...Perhaps someone one day will make it a song. That would be wonderful. I am not familiar with Chip but I will check him out! Thanks for the kind words. - Charlie

Faraz Ajmal August 13, 2018 at 11:04 AM Oh, I can feel the anger in your words, it is written really nicely, you see trust take years to build and only a few seconds to break, once a doubt has entered your mind then it is only going to increase and sure everyone hates being fooled, something I don't get is why people do thie, it is not funny of course, it surely hurts, anyway I wish you best of luck in the competition and thanks for reading my poem, Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:48 AM You exactly right, Faraz. trust takes years to build and only a few seconds to break. Thanks for your visit and good luch wishes...All the best...Charlie

Brandy Nicole August 9, 2018 at 9:44 PM Those that practice telling untruth, certainly are fools. It is best to avoid such behavior. It is sad indeed, when lies are believed- instead of truth. ~ Brandy Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:49 AM You are also right, Brandy they certainly are fools and I try my best to avoid them. ~ Charlie

Tom Cunningham August 9, 2018 at 4:34 PM No time for liars and if it's a family member, even worse. Shame you cant choose family some of them are sob for sure. Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:50 AM LOL sadly you are right, Tom.

Arturo Michael August 9, 2018 at 9:15 AM You can fool some people sometimes but you can't fool them all the time.... Good message for all to hear...All the best Charles Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:50 AM Exactly, Arturo! All the best to you too!

Demetrios Trifiatis August 9, 2018 at 9:14 AM You have nailed it dear, Charles it proves that you do not... fool around ! You left me with a broad smile and the belief of you being on the list of winners! Bravo! Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:52 AM Gracious my friend! No I am not one to fool around...most of the time..lol I appreciate your comments, Demetrios. Thank you

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart August 9, 2018 at 9:12 AM Oh SLAM! That door is shut! Fabulous piece for this contest! A winner for sure ;) good luck! xomo Charles Messina August 16, 2018 at 7:53 AM Thank you so much, Mo! I appreciate you kind words...fingers crossed :) xomo

Jan Allison August 9, 2018 at 8:41 AM I can't abide being lied to Charles, it has cost me dear with my family - I find it hard to believe what some folks say as I know it's all hogwash, sadly some are so adept at lying they even believe it themselves:-( hugs Jan xx Charles Messina August 9, 2018 at 8:46 AM So sorry to hear of your family woes, Jan. I too have family members that have become so adept to lying that they believe it themselves...Shameful indeed Hugs // Charlie xx

Vijay Pandit August 9, 2018 at 7:55 AM You said it Charles..I feel the intensity in your poem that stems from being lied to. Best for a win. Charles Messina August 9, 2018 at 8:06 AM Thanks, Vijay! SO much appreciated!