Notes About The Poem

The truth about lies

Polishing the truth to enhance the facts
Telling people what they want to hear
However you want to gloss it over
Lying to others is lying to yourself

Big lies little lies are the same
People just stop believing you
You ultimately lose their trust
And turn into a persona non grata

Respect is something you earn
You have to have if for yourself
Before others can respect you
Be truthful honest and real.

Be the best person you can be.



AP: Honorable Mention 2026
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
January 24, 2026 at 2:29 PM
big or little, lies are lies as are 'acts of omission.' :-)
Gauthier Avatar
January 24, 2026 at 6:07 PM
yes, acts of omissions are lies too !
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