Eileen Manassian Poet Free verse

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This is Tess!!

The Body Shame Game

they body shame
they spew hate posts dipped
in virulent venom
vehemence for the voluptuous
crazy mad about the curves
mocking the well stocked
where do they get all the hate
wait!!!
they manufacture it
burning off calories
they work themselves into
hate hysteria
zero sized is no prize
what makes thin, in?

Beauty goes through phases
women through their crazes
must fit the body type
that's the hype
fashion famished 
emaciated models
thigh gap miles wide
poking bones they can't hide
unhealthy unwell
they send the fat ones to hell
well....

big booty bullies
think they'll get away
with what they write
with what they say
they have no shame
lame...they're so lame!!

haters will hate
to give a damn?
it's too late!

Beauty isn't a size
it's in what you see with your eyes
the beauty within
is not limited
to fat or to thin

it's the size of your heart
so shut up and get smart
Listen to this big girl
Take a bow, take a twirl
Sexy unbound to size
GET WIZE!

Be Body Beauty Brave
Silence the Shamers
Give them a smile
knowing what you do
about BARE truth:
Better to have thick thighs
than thick sick minds....


Eileen Manassian

I follow Tess Holliday on Instagram and Facebook. I love that woman. It really angers me what haters write to her. Her message is simple: Big woman have the right to feel beautiful too. Plain and simple. Haters...move on!

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Richard Lamoureux August 30, 2019 at 4:53 PM 6341 views! Impressive. This piece resonates with a lot of readers.

Ronald A. Williams August 19, 2017 at 9:56 PM No shame to your game. Eileen Manassian August 20, 2017 at 1:13 AM Thank you, Ronald. Glad you could pass by.

Richard Lamoureux April 14, 2016 at 10:04 AM Some great comments here Eileen! This one really resonates with people!!! Hugs Rick. Eileen Manassian August 20, 2017 at 1:16 AM I'm glad it does, Richard. I was worried that maybe I was shaming thin people. I haven't received negative vibes on that, so I guess it's ok. Hugs

Suzanne Delaney April 7, 2016 at 4:23 PM Dear Eileen: The world would be so boring if we all looked the same size . Plastic, narcissistic people. What is the advantage of being a perfect size ten if you are vain and self interested. What about the beauty that comes from within.....that is what shines on the faces and exudes from our body language no matter what size. Love you girlfriend.....SuZ Eileen Manassian August 20, 2017 at 1:15 AM Thanks for this awesome comment, Suz. Don't know why I haven't responded till now. I'm touched by the beauty of your words. Sending hugs.

Paul Callus April 3, 2016 at 2:33 PM I am glad you have had several lovely comments on this 'slam' poem, Eileen. Sorry I took so long to come visit! I hate it when people make fun of others, especially regarding appearance. Looks and size are not everything...there is much more to a woman (and a man!). Great end stanza:) ~ hugs // paul

Timothy Hicks March 29, 2016 at 10:25 PM Sure is a lot of spunk here ... and a great message to share. Beauty standards have changed quite a bit over the years. I remember seeing a 50s poster that literally said, "Put on a few extra pounds for your man." ... can't imagine seeing that today! And Marilyn Monroe? She's considered one of the most beautiful woman, but also would be overweight by today's standards. Timothy Hicks March 29, 2016 at 10:31 PM ... it can swing the opposite way though! There's a difference between being a bit on the large side, and being obese to the point it's unhealthy (thigh gaps ... that's just ridiculous though)

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty March 29, 2016 at 12:28 PM Beauty is only skin deep my darling> Good write.

Poet Tacito March 26, 2016 at 2:57 PM I love women of all shapes & sizes, but most preferably...their great personalities. I read on things like this more often than should be allowed. This is refreshingly powerful.

Mama Bear March 25, 2016 at 4:55 PM We of above average size have more of us to love and our hearts are bigger than the skinny ones who have no heart. NEVER let anyone criticize your size You are beautiful inside and out and that makes them hate what they can not be. We need to love who we are because God never makes a mistake. Hugs to you and love Edith Richard Lamoureux April 14, 2016 at 10:03 AM Amen to that mom! You are one of the best huggers ever!!

Bl Devnath March 21, 2016 at 12:46 PM Beauty is in heart not in size, beautiful pen. Clear 7 i feel. Loved always my lovely friend, bl

White Sage March 19, 2016 at 4:40 AM wow! how great, well, if any is to open his/her mouth about me, i will gladly appreciate it, it proves that they can hate or like me, but am always bubbling in their mind....excellent take Eileen, superb Eileen Manassian March 20, 2016 at 11:38 PM Hello, dear. Thanks for stopping by. I'm sorry it has taken me some time to respond. I've been busy with my husband's return from a long trip. Hope all is well. I appreciate the visit and comments. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux March 18, 2016 at 8:10 AM Dropping by to say hi. Just got home last night. I now have three days to enjoy. Hugs Rick. Eileen Manassian March 20, 2016 at 11:39 PM :) I enjoy your every visit, Richard. Hugs

Rob Carmack March 17, 2016 at 6:59 PM When I was 17, I dated a girl that weighed 98 lbs. Sure it was fun to lift her in midair during those friendly times, but like your poem says, you see every bone. Plus, when I hugged her, it was like hugging a five foot seven pencil. To me, a woman is the most beautiful and sexy when she has some extra. I liked your poem. Eileen Manassian March 20, 2016 at 11:40 PM :) :) :) What a lovely comment. I have extra...and then some! Oh well...At some point perhaps I will need to get myself back in shape. Being a pillow is good for so long. ;) Blessings.

Laura Breidenthal March 17, 2016 at 6:51 AM Those last two lines say it all. I love your spirit, Eileen. I like how you take an issue with society and call the bullies out. It's bold and brave, big and beautiful, smart and attractive. Always, Laura Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:38 PM Bullies have no business bullying others, Laura. They do it because there is something terribly wrong with them. They do it out of pain born of their own insecurities. It really upsets me. Big women are beautiful women, no matter what society says. :) Thanks for the kind visit, dear.

Richard Lamoureux March 16, 2016 at 10:41 PM Goodnight Eileen. Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:39 PM Richard....I was late to answer, but when I read the post...I smiled. It's morning where you are now. Have a good day, dear.

Anne-Lise Andresen March 16, 2016 at 5:51 AM - Too big - too small - Too thick - too thin - For sweet - too sour - In love calculation : 2 + 2 is 4 !!! - The heart speaks in many languages, a wonderful poem dear Eileen - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:40 PM Thanks, Sunshine. Sorry I'm late to answer. :) You have the right attitude. Just be happy! Bless you. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux March 16, 2016 at 12:00 AM She is gorgeous as are you. This would be a good companion piece with my Figment poem. Well done Eileen. I'm late to the party today but I did manage to write one this evening. Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:41 PM I'm late to answer, dear, but better late than never! :) Thank you for seeing me as beautiful. It does my heart worlds of good. Blessings.

Richard D Seal March 15, 2016 at 8:24 PM mmmmmmmmmmmm you are gorgeous mwahhhhhhh Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:41 PM Blush blush blush...thanks thanks thanks

Nette Onclaud March 15, 2016 at 9:33 AM that media hype about what a perfect figure should be is degrading to women... beautiful poem for all females who enjoy how they look, eileen... huggs Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:44 PM Thanks, Nette. I appreciate the visit. People in Lebanon are very...critical. They are very into appearances. It's hard to be a woman of size here. :( The choice of clothing is limited. Not only that....but plastic surgery is rampant here. Woman are always striving for the PERFECT look. How can they keep pushing themselves to these impossible ideals, I will never know. Thanks for the visit, dear.

Wilma Neels March 15, 2016 at 6:50 AM Eileen, unfortunately society are brainwashed by what is popular but in the end all that has no meaning because when its all stripped away your heart and soul that's all that matters. This is an awesome poem - hugs Wilma Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:50 PM That is the truth, my dear...Gospel truth, if I might add. Yes, you are right, Wilma. Wish all people would take what you say to heart. Thanks for the visit. Hugs

Tom Quigley March 14, 2016 at 10:47 PM Awesome! Feel it!! I'm working on a poem re our (youngest) 7 y.o. daughter's recent complaints about the size of her legs. Heartbreaking that it starts so young. :-/ Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:54 PM OH...that is so so sad. I know. Peer pressure starts at a very early age. Wanting to look a certain way is what causes a lot of girls to become bulimic and anorexic. I hope you can give your child all the support she needs. I was so worried at some point that my daughter would succumb to some sort of eating disorder. So far...she's doing Ok. Thank God.

Daniel Turner March 14, 2016 at 9:44 PM Haters gotta hate. Personally, I prefer a woman with a few speed bumps. LOL. I'm not going to cliche' you. Anybody that has life inside knows beauty resides in the heart. Peace my sweet friend:) Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:51 PM OH...speed bumps are nice, eh? :) Thanks. Thank you, Daniel. A much appreciate visit. Hugs

John Lawless March 14, 2016 at 8:38 PM As Little Red Riding Hood said "Grandma, what BIG eyes you have. Eileen, I wrote a poem some time ago regarding the perceptions of our interpretations of people. The last line reads "when I don't see them.....will I then be able to see them." Love this poem and its sentiments. Eileen Manassian March 17, 2016 at 2:52 PM Thank you, John. Can you give me the link to your poem so I could give it a read. I'd love to. I've been carrying this burden with me for some time. I'm glad others can relate to my feelings on the issue. Hugs

Tim Smith March 14, 2016 at 7:47 PM Beauty isn't a size it's in what you see with your eyes....perfect lines....be happy in your own skin Eileen...when some one is happy their beauty just radiates. Eileen Manassian March 14, 2016 at 8:02 PM Yes, dear...I'm upset for her. Today some troll posted a pic of her face on Ursula's body(seawitch from Disney's Little Mermaid), with a thought bubble that showed she only has Mac Donalds on her mind. She's pregnant as some other person wrote..I HOPE YOU DON'T EAT YOUR BABY. I don't understand this level of hate. It's beyond me. Why it's it so hard to live and let live. Anyway...thanks for your lovely comment. Hugs