Torn

Torn between logic and the heart Not knowing which is the best part Being used or being bled Or totally something else instead People with certain personality quirks Use people with whatever works Working it for their benefit and plans Not considering their fellowman How can I know if you are using me Will your eyes reveal your stand As you thump your nose as I land On the ground of reality

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Samuel Otieng

Date: 5/13/2017 12:27:00 AM

Well expressed Sara.

Sara Kendrick
Date: 5/13/2017 7:20:00 AM

Your presence at my work is uplifting..Sara

Olivia Washam

Date: 8/15/2009 11:11:00 PM

Guard your heart. When there are so many that lack humane decency, your intentional lack of caring will numb you to the pain that they try to inflict. Don't let them hurt you. But, don't be so guarded that you do not allow those worthy of your intimacy and affection, to enter into your heart.

Sara Kendrick
Date: 5/13/2017 7:20:00 AM

Olivia, Thanks for the good advice..Sara

Neldy Jolo

Date: 7/9/2009 10:14:00 AM

just leave me as me and go with yours but keep in touch. you will understnd me soon. thats how i describe this piece. great log.!!

Sara Kendrick
Date: 5/13/2017 7:23:00 AM

Neldy, Your comments are uplifting..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara

James Fraser

Date: 7/3/2009 8:00:00 AM

Getting to know people takes time, and sometimes its time we cant give, kool write>>James

Diane Christian

Date: 6/25/2009 2:13:00 AM

aww yes this is true, we never can realy tell if people use us or not, many take things for grantet but many also appriciate what they have, it is difficult to know sometimes, a powerful poem thanks for your kind comments God bless you from diane

Trudy Diane Rider

Date: 6/19/2009 8:00:00 PM

It certainly is hard to tell with people sometimes, what are their true intentions, but when you get them weeded out you end up with genuine friendship. In re: to your comments on my poem, thank you. My Mom is very much alive and vibrant and painting and showing her artwork still. I hope to be half the woman she is. ~Trudy~

Christopher Higgins

Date: 6/19/2009 12:50:00 PM

It is hard sometimes to know exactly where people stand..sometimes you just have to go with your gut and let the chips fall where they may..the poem is wonderfully done and reveals a heart that wants direction and clarity..well done.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 6/19/2009 12:44:00 PM

It is difficult to know where we stand with some people, Sara. Guess we have to understand their "personality quirks" first. Much truth in this clever observation! Love, Carolyn

Donna Golden

Date: 6/19/2009 12:22:00 PM

Nice piece, Sara. Hard to know if we're seeing people as they are. Instinct can go a long way, but also wisdom....are the actions matching the words? Blessings, Donna