The Drug of Jealousy

Jealousy could be as harmful as a drug...
It chases away all that's close without a hug...

It's an addiction that tears apart all that's good...
A self inflicted wound that spreads like only cancer could...

When life is going well those feelings rain in like a storm...
And it's easier to to get washed away then stand tall in form...

Trust and love are words thrown around like chips on a table...
But to live them and really feel them, only a strong person is able...

This is dedicated to my past where I climbed up from at last...
If this mirrors your ways then read and learn, you touch the 
jealousy flame you will get burned...

By Michael J Falotico
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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The Drunken Poet Avatar
June 5, 2012 at 2:48 AM
OUTSTANDING BEYOND MEASURE !!! SMH,BRAVO BRAVO!!!
A   Avatar
April 15, 2012 at 12:30 AM
oooo...opps...one more... this is really deep... everyone gets what is comeing to them... now go and read my latest gossip blog... when you have the time..okay...always..pd
Arowolo Avatar
April 12, 2012 at 6:07 PM
Nice piece,Michael...Good advice filled with wisdom...Congratulations on your well deserved win..
Neels Avatar
April 12, 2012 at 12:01 PM
Quite an introspective write filled with wisdom Michael.. Enjoyed this, hope your week is a good one ;) love CTH
Minardi Avatar
April 12, 2012 at 7:54 AM
A very thought provoking write and u closed it perfectly! I've missed a lot of ur works :(. I'll comeback again sometimes to read more, Michael :)
Minardi Avatar
April 12, 2012 at 7:53 AM
A very thought provoking write and u closed it perfectly! I've missed a lot of ur works :(. I'll comeback again sometimes to read more, Michael :)
Ditshwele Avatar
April 12, 2012 at 12:22 AM
Congrats Michael on your win. Keep the good work up
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
April 11, 2012 at 7:35 PM
Congrats on your amazing win, Michael! I couldn't agree more with your wise words. Jealousy destroys lives and too many people think jealousy is a resulting feeling of love. Not true! You have described the devastation perfectly. Blessings, Rhonda
Andresen Avatar
April 11, 2012 at 3:37 PM
I am totally agree with you Michael, very true indeed. - oxox Anne-Lise
Chircop Avatar
April 11, 2012 at 11:16 AM
jEALOUSY brings nothing but pain,many time it is caused by insecurity.. So its important to feel secure and happy with who we are so then we can be able to overcome that evil snake..Great post Michael :).. and Happy belated Easter to you and sweet Rosanna too :)
Brown Avatar
April 11, 2012 at 11:06 AM
Congratulations on your win in P.D.'s "April Poem" contest MJF. Love, Carol
Prabhu Avatar
April 11, 2012 at 2:07 AM
wow....liked the way you brought out the green devil..............jealousy poeticlly....congrats on the placement..~sashi
A   Avatar
April 10, 2012 at 11:57 PM
Michael, love it.., thank you for your wonderful entry... CONGRATULATIONS~ ;-) ALWAYS *PD
K. Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 9:31 AM
I really like that line "you touch the jealousy flame you will get burned..."-- so true-- it sure is amazing (in a disturbing kind of way) how jealousy can eat through you...like what I said in your blog, jealousy can indeed destroy a lot of relationships--I am fortunate I guess that I can sort of keep my jealousy in check and not let it get the best of me (haha I think my grammar went a bit haywire there, sorry) cont'd
K. Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 9:32 AM
-- very interesting and a lot of truth here, Michael... I hope you & Rosanna had a splendid Easter! hugs sent your way :D
Wesley Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 7:40 AM
All your comparisons are so true, Jealousy hurts mostly the person that bears its pain. nice reminder that we need to reign in our baser instincts!
Esquire Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 9:49 PM
Dear Michael, I still carry a Torch of Jealousy for those Lucky, to be Married for 10, 25, 50 Years I would LOVE to have Experienced that. YOUR words here should be embossed on all Hearts Superb Write with LOVE ALWAYS and FOREVER, YOUR, Eternal Liege...HG
Falotico Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 7:13 PM
Great comments below, you all searched deep in yourself and felt my words. Thank you , to me that's the meaning of poetry.
Whitlock-Ishway Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 4:45 PM
Amazing Work Michael. As always your message is packed with relatable truths... love it!
Devonshire Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 3:51 PM
Nothing good ever comes from jealousy. I'm so glad you were able to climb that wall and find happiness, even when times get tough. Happy Easter, my friend! Love, Carolyn
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April 8, 2012 at 1:25 PM
A lot of truth written here Michael seen a lot relationships ruined because of this. A great write on this topic. Hope you are having a good Easter. Love Alexa
Williams Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 12:17 PM
Jealousy is an ugly emotion. This is a great write, spot on with flow and rhyme. Good job.
Williams Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 11:04 AM
Michael I know before I even write this some people are never going to believe me, but I have strove all of my life never to be jealous of anything that someone has or jealous of anyone, I have been inspired by things and people,I am a firm believer of if you want someting then work hard for it and get it, do not fill your life of jealousy, it would just tear you apart..David
Sweetheart Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 9:44 AM
truth personified Michael luv.. jealousy is the ruination of many friendships and marriages too.. relationships and careers.. elegant lines express the deep bitterness of this trait many choose to embrace luv.. last year I wrote The Green-Eyed Monster for a contest .. it was all abot jealousy.. now on a lighter note.. the Mster Chef is hard at work .. I am so enjoying it.. Buona Pasqua to u and lovely Rosanna.. JG in relaxed mode.. luv.. xoxo..
Dietrich Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 9:04 AM
I have seen its wicked effect on many people, Michael. Good one!
Edwards Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 7:57 AM
Yep that green eyed monster sure has a mean bite..Nice write Michael.. Hugs xxx
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