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The Green Monster

The green monster, they are everywhere being worn like a badge of honor. Have you seen them, where did they come from. Could one of them be you, say it is not true. Some say they are only after the green money, they are really after the entire pot of golden honey. Do you need a clue, they are after what belongs to me and you. They take what is not theirs, they have no cares. Hurt and pain they bring, they want to make you sing. What evil they live, never knowing how to give. They will not change, so stay far out of their range. You do not want to catch their evilness, do not turn into their green sickness. Jealousy is the green monster, this is something to ponder. Date Written: 6/23/2021 1 Place A Brian Strand you choose Contest Judged: 8/12/2021 Sponsored by: Brian Strand

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Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/13/2021 1:39:00 AM

Beautiful writing on J. Congratulations on your win!

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/13/2021 8:16:00 AM

Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. It is an honor to have a win. Glad you like this Green Monster Jealousy write. Have a blessed day....................

M. L. Kiser

Date: 6/27/2021 8:39:00 PM

My mom always used to say, "There's never a reason to let Jealousy enter your life, everyone is born with talent and potential for greatness". Well penned truth here.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/29/2021 8:55:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. Glad you like this write. Your mom was so right. Many times jealousy can come from what others have. Have a blessed day...........

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 6/25/2021 11:12:00 PM

Hello Paula … being jealous and envious of others achievements leads to attempting to drag them down to their standards, not raising their own - a fine verse indeed Paula - Lindsay

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/26/2021 9:50:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. So glad you like this write on jealousy. Have a blessed day/weekend............

Robert Lindley

Date: 6/24/2021 1:55:00 PM

A poem that does this soul good to read. Sad reality is, far too many green monsters live to ply their trade. Actually enjoy what they do- how they hurt innocent people. Such is the evil that rests within them, imho. Your very fine poem is right on target. A fav.... God bless....

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/26/2021 9:48:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. So glad you enjoyed this write and made it a fav.... It is a very sad reality part of life. Have a blessed day/weekend............

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 6/24/2021 10:58:00 AM

You've done an excellent job articulating the evils of envy, Paula. It is thoughtless, cruel and pointless. Blessings and hugs, Evelyn :)

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/24/2021 1:39:00 PM

Thank You, for writing. So glad you enjoyed this write. Have a blessed day with hugs............

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/23/2021 2:56:00 PM

Well written Paula, jealousy eats you up inside.. Hope you're having a good day. Tom

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/24/2021 1:38:00 PM

Thank You, for writing. Yes, jealousy eats you up. I am having a good day. Hope you are also having a good one. Have a blessed day...................

L Milton Hankins

Date: 6/23/2021 12:49:00 PM

So true, Paula. Greed is a green monster, too! Enjoyed your poem from beginning to end.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/24/2021 1:36:00 PM

Thank You, for writing. So glad you enjoyed this from beginning to end. Have a blessed day............