Caren Krutsinger Poet Verse

The Truth I Rarely Tell

The truth is that people think I am the best listener in the world.
I have mastered the face and the expressions of the most interested.
I can toss out the best impression of a person who cares.
I am doing it correctly, for waitresses sit down and tell me their story.

I scoot over for waiters, hairdressers and bartenders too.
A few well placed “hms”,  “wows” and “oh, mys" make me fast friends.
Most are self-involved, care not if they learn anything about me.
They want my deeply empathetic hazel eyes to pull out their truths.

I am an actress, playing a role, giving them what they need.
Wondering why they are too selfish to ask me anything about me.

I am the world’s most notorious imposter of a listener.
Many times I am on autopilot, not hearing a word they say.
Sadly, they hug me goodbye and tell me how much it means to them.

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Darlene De Beaulieu May 17, 2021 at 12:36 PM Hello Caren, Caren, they are selfish not asking about you and your day your feelings. they are into themselves. Tha is so sad. Hugsd Darlene Darlene De Beaulieu May 18, 2021 at 10:49 AM Hello Caren, i do not blame you Caren. Friends are suppose to share feelings with one another. Tha is what friendship is all about. Hugs Darlene Caren Krutsinger May 17, 2021 at 11:51 PM I have to admit I would not tell them anyway; no one wants to hear, they all want to share their feelings.

L Milton Hankins May 17, 2021 at 10:23 AM As a pastor, I experienced this almost everyday, so I can totally relate. I've had people hug me and say "how much it means to them" when I never said a word! Just listened to their tale of woe! Caren Krutsinger May 17, 2021 at 11:52 PM They love it that you listen, do not suggest or interrupt. It is more than enough.