Gershon Wolf Poet Villanelle

They Do Not See the Inner You

Do not give up when others tell you to
The so-called experts cannot see your heart
They clearly do not see the inner you

They have their own agendas to pursue
Their brush-offs analyzed will fall apart
Do not give up when others tell you to

They haven't cared for you your whole life through
Dismissed you right away, that's not too smart
They clearly do not see the inner you

You're better off just bidding them adieu
Be on your way and make a fresh new start
Do not give up when others tell you to
 
Find mentors will see your passion through
Tell know-it-alls and gurus to depart
They clearly do not see the inner you

Invest no time with folks who make you blue
But seek out those with wisdom to impart
Do not give up when others tell you to
They clearly do not know the inner you



            (Iambic Pentameter)

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Caren Krutsinger September 18, 2019 at 6:23 AM Beautifully done. A vilanelle is not easy. Liked this part a bunch "Invest no time with folks who make you blue" . TRUE! Gershon Wolf September 18, 2019 at 10:04 AM Thank you for your enthusiasm for this villanelle, Caren. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Gershon

Sandra Adams September 17, 2019 at 7:34 PM great advice...one cannot judge a book by its cover...most people don't take the time to know the inner person....wonderful write, love this one :) hugs Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 7:57 PM Right! Others have their own agendas and don't see who we truly are. Thanks, Sandra! :) gw

Ronald D Thompson September 17, 2019 at 4:14 PM Brilliant philosophy and one I try to adhere to. So well written too Gershon. I shall send this to my son, he loves reading anything motivational. Best wishes..Ron :) Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 5:05 PM Thanks for sharing this with me, Ron. It gives me a great boost to know that a young(er) person may read these words. Best always, Gershon

Chris Green September 17, 2019 at 1:55 PM I loved the message in this and I saw a contest posted where that last stanza would be perfect for it because it says it all. Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 5:05 PM Thanks for the heads-up about the contest, Chris. I'll look for it. Appreciated. Best wishes, Gershon

Bobby May September 17, 2019 at 11:28 AM Awesome advice my friend!! Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 5:04 PM Awesome comment, Bobby! ~ Gershon

Kim Rodrigues September 17, 2019 at 6:49 AM So true! Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 9:01 AM Thank you much, Kim! Cheers, Gershon

Regina Mcintosh September 16, 2019 at 11:14 PM Lovely. Definitely do not give up because of what someone else might say... so true. I enjoyed this and wish you all the best. Blessings Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 9:01 AM Thank you again and again, Regina, for your continued support. Appreciated. Blessings, Gershon

Heidi Sands September 16, 2019 at 10:35 PM Excellent , inspiring poem Gershon ! I love it. A favorite,... thanks for sharing your wisdom :) Gershon Wolf September 17, 2019 at 9:00 AM Heidi, I appreciate your FAVing this one and all of your support. Best wishes, Gershon

Hello There September 16, 2019 at 9:28 PM Words of wisdom that I appreciate reading ~ beautifully penned and thank you for sharing :) Gershon Wolf September 16, 2019 at 9:36 PM Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review of this humble effort. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Gershon