L Milton Hankins Poet Quatrain

Try To Be Understanding

My beliefs may be alien to you
I’ve heard it said that I’m a crazy ol’ kook,
And I admit it, sometimes I deserve a boo,
But I must tell you, I do not deserve a rebuke.

My beliefs are as valid as yours
Since no one knows all the answers to life,
We know so little, even after cosmic tours
Disputation often arouses too much strife.

So, why castigate those who are different
Is it that we fear those who are not like us?
Think carefully before becoming a dissident
And try not to throw anyone under the bus! 

Written September 29, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger September 30, 2022 at 9:59 AM This is why unless I trust you or you are just a photo on a website, I do not trust anyone with my own truths. "So, why castigate those who are different Is it that we fear those who are not like us?" - the fear factor is alive and well.

Julie Draper September 30, 2022 at 3:45 AM I really enjoyed this poem. It flows easily and expresses very neatly the need for understanding and tolerance, especially in the world as it is today.

Michael Tor September 29, 2022 at 6:14 PM Wonderful thinking Milton. It is the correct way to approach others way of thinking. I applaud your way of thinking... L Milton Hankins September 29, 2022 at 7:29 PM Thank you so much, Michael. This is really my philosophy about differences in ways of thinking.

Bill Baker September 29, 2022 at 4:53 PM Good advice my friend. We all need to be more accpting of others opinions and beliefs that are different from ours. Wriye On! Bill L Milton Hankins September 29, 2022 at 7:30 PM Thanks so much, Bill. We must learn to be tolerant of diversities in ways of thinking. It's very important, as you certainly know.