The Haters

Left in a corner,
Hid in a shell
Misunderstood,
And not seen for myself

They disregard me
And have little trust
How they perceive me
Is filled with disgust

Based on illusion,
And centered in hate
No appreciation
Of how I've been helping of late

When I'm trying
They take it as fake
And when I give up
A big fuss, they do make

I can't disguise it
How awful I feel
I put on a show
But I need something real

Feeling so hopeless
I know not what to do
End up dejected
And I am real blue

I won't control it
What they will think
I'll be disappointed
But won't let myself sink

It doesn't matter
What they will say
Thinkin is futile
Actions do stay

So, in the end most perceptions are false
And they can play a very negative role
What's most important is what you yourself think
Don't let fear matter, Don't let yourself shrink
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017


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Date: 12/12/2017 8:45:00 PM
Alona, awesome write congratulations on your win hugs Eve
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Date: 12/12/2017 8:50:00 PM
Thank you so much !
Date: 12/12/2017 1:28:00 PM
Nicely penned sadness, hope, and an awesome message :) Congratulations!
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Date: 12/11/2017 5:03:00 PM
THANK YOU MY FRIEND.. Congratulations on your beautiful verses and your win in Brenda's contest!
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