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To all my Friends on the Soup
You! Yes, YOU!
You read the title, right?
The most important word in that was…FRIENDS
Is that why you’re reading this?
Are you a friend?
Hmmmmmm…..
Here is the check list…
Do you leave an encouraging post after reading my poem?
Do you send me soupmail now and again when you see I’ve gone missing?
Do you visit more often than once in a blue moon?
Do you give me the benefit of the doubt?
Do you read my older writes when you miss me?
Do you look for my name?
Do you?
Well, if not…why are you reading this poem?
Curiosity?
Jealousy?
Boredom?
Passion for Poetry?
None of the above….ALL the above?
I don’t know…are you a friend or foe?
Only you know…only you know.
To my REAL friends on Poetry Soup…
You know who you are...
My scintillating stars
My mentors and my guides
My comforters and supporters
My shoulders to lean on
My sweetest treats
Who?
Yes, YOU!
Thank you….for loving me. I’m not always easy to love. I make mistakes. I fall, but you never judge me. You just pick me up and dust me off. You know who you are. I just wanted to say…I LOVE YOU!
To all the rest…Isn't it time you said, "Hello?" ;) Sign your name on that certificate!!!!
Eileen Manassian
PS...I know that I'm not the best of friends. I don't always post a comment or ask when someone is missing. I sometimes read for all the wrong reasons, but I still value my friends who overlook all that and love me anyway!
Old man looking over at me across an empty park bench,
He was slightly smelly, unkempt and I was uncomfortable.
And he sneered at my paisley tie and at my penny loafers,
And I saw his own toes were wiggling in the open air.
Then the old man laughed out loud, sprayed the air with saliva,
He said, ‘I’m sorry to deprive ya of any form of dignity.
‘But once I was just like you, a slave to the corporate.’
I said, “Don’t be a hypocrite. Give me the benefit of the doubt.”
I said, “You really should not judge, walk a mile in my shoes.”
So, he stole my shoes and I haven’t seen him since.
Now I don’t know what the record is but it’s less than four minutes
And the odds are diminishing that he’s going to return.
And my feet are getting kind of cold and I’m looking pretty silly
Almost kind of like Achilles, with my skinny ankles sticking out.
At least he left my wallet though he took the cash I carried,
But that’s almost customary any time you’re being robbed.
And he seemed very nice once he got past his emotion
And his preconceived notions of who I had to be.
I said, “You really should not judge, walk a mile in my shoes.”
But he stole my shoes and I haven’t seen him since.
Isn’t it strange that we can’t change.
But then again, maybe we can.
But on the other hand… nevermind.
I don’t understand.
The cops weren’t very helpful, they were too busy laughing
At the people photographing the wiggling of my toes.
And I have learned my lesson though it’s painful to admit
That I cannot even outwit a drunk out on the street.
I say, “You really should not judge, walk a mile in my shoes.”
But he stole my shoes and I haven’t seen him since.
Ordinary days, just like before,
No one knows the feeling of being ignored.
It's always that one who makes the heart beat fast,
In every way, giving the heart a blast.
That someone is too far from reality,
The impossible hits differently.
Too good to be true to notice,
Even in the smallest way, there's no space.
It’s always you that gives a butterfly.
It’s you that brings a fast-forward to imply.
Gives the benefit of the doubt to try,
Risking something just to be with you and cry.
You’re my “what ifs” sometimes,
And also, you’re my “at least” every time.
It’s better to give a little shot,
Than to give the negative and make a plot.
Venture through my mind
There, you will find
Me alone in my own home,
All on my own
Venture through my mind,
Never left behind
Come with me;
Follow my footsteps to the unknown
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Let's be free
Just you and me
We'll be fine
You'll be mine
Bite the bullet
Forgive the regret
See right through it -
There, you'll find an outlet
For your soul to be set free
You're beautiful, it's meant to be
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Endure the hardships therein
Through thick and thin…
I, alone, have fought wars
Just to see you smile
Endure the hardships within
No longer hold on to sin;
It's a win-win
Come with me,
Follow my footsteps for a little while
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Let's be free
Just you and me
We'll be fine
You'll be mine
Bite the bullet
Forgive the regret
See right through it -
There, you'll find an outlet
For your soul to be set free
You're beautiful, it's meant to be
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Let's be free
Just you and me
We'll be fine
You'll be mine
Wandering in your maze of bewilderment
Finding delight beneath the resentment
Forgive the regret
Bite the bullet
Seek refuge in times of want and need
Nourish our faithful, flourishing seed
Seek the benefit of the doubt
I choose to stray in His route
There is a way out -
You know what I'm talking about
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Let's be free
Just you and me
We'll be fine
You'll be mine
Bite the bullet
Forgive the regret
See right through it -
There, you'll find an outlet
For your soul to be set free
You're beautiful, it's meant to be
Come with me
Come with me
Come with me
Venture through my mind
There, you'll find
Me not alone in my own home
-June 17, 2019-
Never accept shoddy goods or poor service, you have consumer rights, if they don't address your concerns, contact their chairman.
Quote by poet
When I was growing up my dear mother often said to me
Always speak when spoken to and be courteous as can be
So, it riles me when folks are ignorant and couldn't give a dime
But I give them benefit of the doubt and say it a second time.
Faulty goods suck too when you take them back to the store
They make out that it's been misused and show you the door
But you have consumer rights and are entitled to your money back
Make sure you're assertive and calm but never go on the attack.
There's no excuse for poor service either or they choose to ignore you
But their attitude changes completely when you threaten to sue
First, they'll fob you off and try to provide an excuse that is lame
But stand your ground firmly and play them at their own game.
I once heard a quote 'there's no friendship in business' ; that is so true
Companies often forget it's you paying them, it's not them paying you
Loyal customers should be rewarded and treated with respect
So, look around and go elsewhere if they show you any disrespect.
Thankfully, those kinds of sad ignorant people are in a minority
And most people will go the extra mile, so you're left feeling happy
So, If you've been fobbed off with poor service or dealt a poor hand
Use X, Facebook or TikTok to warn others and make a firm stand.
Written on the 3rd may 2025.
From zero to fresh focus:
No fads or "hocas-pocas,"
Occult tricks, nor superstitions,
Just go to Boot-Camp not institutions.
It's not about me.
It's to take a stand, you see,
A life if convictions;
Real-life risks, no fictions,
In live with Father-God and Jesus,
His Only Son that can free us,
Unaffected by criticisms, just in Love
With other and their dialogues; all the above
Seeing hearts heal brokenness and change
With no pretense, our focus rearrange,
Processing seriously but not redundant
With you in joy abundant!
Unseen injuries make it hard work
The fears lurk!
What is expected or appreciated,
Not just reactions with heart emaciated?
Bring closure and see a prologue
To nearing the goal, remove the "log,"
Rebound in faith, never be a snob,
Nor sarcastic or the Mob.
So keep your focus and the Power
Of the resurrected Christ in your tower.
Self-control is gain
Like waiting, it's a pain!
But keep your focus clear.
Hear God's music in your inner-ear.
Yes, we are all a-work-in-progress.
It's safe and fine to regress.
To vulnerability and keep involved.
Healing doesn't need all problems solved.
There's no natural-born leader.
In time we can also be a feeder.
So conquest the temporal and material.
Move in rebuilding the empire
Let Jesus' Way be your pick.
Don't be a lonely cynic
Give others the benefit of the doubt
Wear a smile, not a pout.
Banish the evil of a derailed life
The enemy tries to bring in strife
Like the striking snake it'll be too slow
For you fly high; it's too low!
So prepare for success.
Diligently sort the mess
All the way to the end.
Sign the Pledge not to bend;
To act, rebound, giving credit and devotion.
Like a sweet perfume or lovely lotion.
In prayer and fasting let negatives go
Study the Bible's fine print and know
That the challenge and the focus brings
Support, Light and salt-quality that sings!
Can you say what you feel?
In sincerity will your friendships seal?
We will find the common ground.
Honor and respect will be found.
If there's no logic nor gentle calm,
Will we feel the Spirit's balm?
Even pillow-fights will irritate,
The time move on with fate.
Surprises will loose their fun
With that Special Someone!
So, brace yourself, focus and move.
Soon your success you will prove
With All glory given to the Lord,
Never more to be bored.
The End
I am dead.
I travel towards a blue ball of LIGHT.
It calls me, communicates.
Whether we are billions, trillions or
even just millions.
we are eternal, we are one.
The time we spend on Earth
is infinitesimal.
Hate has no place inside the light.
Give people the benefit of the doubt
there is nothing to be gained or lost
you just must.
Power is fleeting and it too means nothing.
I am speaking these word out loud
but my understanding is greater than that
a lot greater.
All life is vital; all of it travels back and forth.
Cleanse your spirit your mind and heart,
forgive everyone.
Your purpose is not what it seems.
Do not be afraid of those who hate you.
Fear no one.
Fear is a wasted emotion that only drains energy.
When you speak of peace the confused will attack.
Stay kind, stay pure.
There is nothing to win
there is nothing to lose you just must.
Look deep into others eyes
there you will see who you are.
Cleanse yourself there is a light,
a life that awaits us all,
what awaits us is greater
than any words or ideas.
In our simple form
we cannot conceive the after light.
Light not dark is our destiny
brighter than you've ever seen.
Live by the light, it will set you free.
It is the peaceful who are brave.
Just rid yourself of hate believe in peace,
walk lightly and all will be clear!
We are and will always be one.
........never ever give up on anyone.........
on................any............one
........suddenly........
I am back.......
........I died
but I am back........
........I know because all my angst returns.
All my family is around me.
There are tubes down my throat
wires everywhere.
I am blessed my family with me
tears and smiles a love that blankets me.
I smile.
The Beginning.
31~10~2014
Sponsor: Anthony Slausen
Contest Name: Near Death or Near Life Experience
Tribute to Mama and Papa
Mama,
I was so sure you would stay with us for another year
Your time at the hospital seemed like those times you checked in and you would check out
This time, you never checked out
Instead you slept
I saw that tear when you could not talk anymore nor open your eyes
It was a tear of departure
I did not want to believe it
But you knew you would depart from this earth
God called you
Though it is hard, I accept because it is GOD who called you
You are in heaven with our Lord and Papa
Mama,
I love you for loving me the way I am
Thank you for being patient with me
Even though I was not your ideal daughter
But you raised me to love respect
You raised me to want to be humble
You raised me to appreciate traditional customs and the past life
Even though you are not with us, I will press on to be the best I can be
I will press on to spread what you have instilled in me
What you and Papa have instilled in us
You and Papa gave us the benefit of the doubt
You and Papa loved us unconditionally
Because God loves all unconditionally
I love you Mama
I love you Papa
I look forward to the day
We shall meet again
We miss and love you Mama and Papa
Thank you Mama and Papa
Bringing sins from my past
Into the present, a twinkling
Filling my thoughts, sprinkling
My heart in shadows to last
This feeling, this darkness
Colors my feelings in black
Doubt comes with it to attack
Leaving my heart with starkness
It brings depression and sorrow
Beyond any fears, tears or years
Silenced by the blackest affairs
Worrying the joyous in tomorrow
With his evil destruction, he abides
In the appalling abysmal of doubt
Where he feeds on every burn out
Thrives on the corruption, his guide
Some call him the devil, the fraud
Who invents new sins to upset you
Leaving hearts feeling less than blue
he just wishes he could be like God
He is my enemy from everlasting
I never want to give him the chance
To whisper his terrifying mischance
Through me, so sin is overcasting
I won’t give him the benefit of the doubt
I know his taunting is my heart’s rival
When he comes around, I need revival
So next time he takes another route
Listen to my prayer – today and forever
With God, all things are possible
So this road to my soul is uncrossable
Because I know God, he’s not so clever!
Pick-A-Title, Vol 35 Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh
1. Incubus
March 9, 2023
I'll achieve the impossible
and you'll say I'm mad
reveal the improbable
as truthful fact
Blinded by horizons
dismissing my plight
forget the sun rises
and with it comes sight
I'll travel the path
you fear to attempt
you'll have a laugh
as hear of events
and I'll carry on
as I see what you can't
thoughts of "he's gone"
thinking at distance
reputation will tarnish
avoidance you'll choose
socially banished
destroyed and will lose
And you'll all be right
common opinions breed
stood tall I'll fight
a constantly believe
I'll be the joke
the mad man you poke
freedom to stoke
make fun of this bloke
no benefit of the doubt
you're better than me
as I slug it out
bettering me
and I'll achieve something you never will
when suddenly there's change to the way you feel
my madness now skill, an achieve most real
you called me insane but you're run of the mill
I'll forever inspire
you will not
my clever desire
you thought was lost plot
It'll be what you didn't
and only I could
you'll be just an isn't
and I'll be the good