The words you speak.

A J C 1958 (Swansea, MA)

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The words you speak.

You may shoot me with your hateful words and cut me with your eyes, but like the air, I still rise. Does my beauty offend or hurt you? Does it come as a surprise that I dance like I have diamonds in my eyes? When you look at yourself and see shame from the past, you feel rooted in pain. But I still rise, and I have no pain or shame. The ocean is leaping wide, and the swelling of the tide in the day is so clear that I still arise. I'm always here. But you are a slave to all your fears and all you have left is your tears.

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This poems about nasty people who hurt you with their words.

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Written on March 23, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on March 23, 2024

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AIDA
Wow, what a powerful and inspiring poem! The resilience and strength portrayed in "The words you speak" are truly uplifting. The imagery of diamonds in the eyes and the ocean leaping wide evoke a sense of beauty and power. The message of rising above hate and fear is so important and beautifully conveyed in this piece. Keep shining bright and never let anyone dim your light! more »
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AIDA
Wow! What a powerful and empowering poem! The imagery and emotions expressed in "The words you speak" are truly captivating. Your use of language is both strong and poetic, making it a pleasure to read and reflect upon. The message of resilience and self-confidence shines through beautifully.

Some suggestions for improvement could be to maybe explore more deeply the emotions and experiences that have shaped the speaker's resilience. Providing more specific examples or anecdotes could make the poem even more impactful and relatable to the reader. Additionally, playing with the rhythm and structure of the poem could add another layer of depth to your already impressive work.

Overall, this poem is a wonderful piece that speaks volumes about strength, courage, and self-love. Keep up the great work and continue sharing your talent with the world! more »
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alanswansea18
This poems about nasty people who speak hateful words.
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