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Treacherous Tourette

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Have you ever tried, no REALLY tried to not sneeze to not scratch I did, if I said no, I would have lied But in doing so, all attention in your head in your body goes into focus on prevention You can't do anything else anymore All muscles In action To stop you.... All of your body feels sore *** Tourette is a strange inhabitant I didn't invite him, he just stays I can suppress him, for just a little while Hold him under, keep him away The worst is feelings of shame for a condition I cannot control And the terrible bullying Wounding my very soul So please if you meet someone strange Don't just discard them at first sight Try to be patient, benefit of the doubt? And know about their internal fight If you manage, only for a little while? You made this little person smile :) *** March 4, 2017 © Darren White

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Elle Kilma

Date: 4/30/2017 2:55:00 PM

I learned a lot from this poem. Great work, Darren :)

Darren White
Date: 4/30/2017 3:01:00 PM

Thanks, Elle :)

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 4/17/2017 10:07:00 PM

This is awesome. Fabulous, tender, and important write. Sevens from me babe ;) xomo

Darren White
Date: 4/17/2017 11:53:00 PM

Thank you ma mo :)

Sara Ella

Date: 3/4/2017 6:59:00 PM

Everyone has a story and it is so fascinating to hear them <3 Listening with an open heart.

Darren White
Date: 3/5/2017 9:44:00 AM

Yes, so true Sara, that's what the poem is trying to say <3

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/4/2017 4:14:00 AM

Your entry Darren is emotional to me because yes no one knows the internal pain and struggles of another be it physical or emotional or otherwise. Your message has worth and may we all remember it. Well done

Darren White
Date: 3/4/2017 4:27:00 AM

No, we don't do we? We can only know the depth of pain and fear we ourselves experience, and from that experience find understanding for other people. I always hope I have patience and understanding for everyone I meet.. Thank you Lisa.

Jan Allison

Date: 3/4/2017 3:45:00 AM

Your poem left me with a huge lump in my throat. Having worked with children who have tourettes my heart goes out to anyone with this uncontrollable condition. :-( hugs Jan xx

Darren White
Date: 3/4/2017 3:50:00 AM

Hugs Jan, thank you. I know you have worked with Tourette and autism children, that's why I feel so at ease in your company :)

Tim Smith

Date: 3/4/2017 2:41:00 AM

I will embrace them with patience... Beautiful ink

Darren White
Date: 3/4/2017 2:45:00 AM

Thanks Tim :) You're awake early!