Haters
A condemnation of all who hate.59 total reviews
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I've heard hate described as a disease that eats away at our body and mind; ultimately, it claims our soul, as well.
We should all hit that red "reject" button on the phone, hard as it is to do sometimes.
Although I don't feel qualified to speak to metering in this poetic form, your rhymes were well done, you stayed on topic, and nothing seemed forced.
I agree 100%; we've had enough hate for a lifetime.
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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I've heard hate described as a disease that eats away at our body and mind; ultimately, it claims our soul, as well.
We should all hit that red "reject" button on the phone, hard as it is to do sometimes.
Although I don't feel qualified to speak to metering in this poetic form, your rhymes were well done, you stayed on topic, and nothing seemed forced.
I agree 100%; we've had enough hate for a lifetime.
xo
Pam
Comment Written 06-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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Thank you, Pam. When a writer gets a favorable review from a writer who is gifted and respected, it carries greater weight. With that thought in mind, I value your kind and supportive comments.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
You paint an accurate portrait of those who hate, and you do well in your warning to avoid their company. Their presence only brings darkness and unrest to our souls. Good poem.
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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You paint an accurate portrait of those who hate, and you do well in your warning to avoid their company. Their presence only brings darkness and unrest to our souls. Good poem.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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Thank you. The haters in our midst have a day of reckoning coming. Be careful not to stand too close, so as not to be included in their destruction.
Comment from Chrysanthemum.
Love is the antidote to hate, but I think humor gets forgotten too. When we can laugh with one another, it is much harder to feel animosity. It breaks tension, and it bonds people together to share in something that brings them a moment of joy.
I still joke with my husband that the reason why women have such a hard time apologizing to their husbands is because we are still waiting for Adam to apologize to Eve for throwing all of us under the bus.
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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Love is the antidote to hate, but I think humor gets forgotten too. When we can laugh with one another, it is much harder to feel animosity. It breaks tension, and it bonds people together to share in something that brings them a moment of joy.
I still joke with my husband that the reason why women have such a hard time apologizing to their husbands is because we are still waiting for Adam to apologize to Eve for throwing all of us under the bus.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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That he did. He did not have to take part in the rebellion. Had he refused to eat the fruit, he could have won a pardon for Eve, and his love would have covered her error.
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
Hey you, I was taking a break and decided to get your way to finally review you. This is a lovely poem and you couldn't be more right. I can't imagine being that person who has to hate in order to feel good inside. You did a great job of getting that point across. Wonderful job my dear BBB.
Would you be offended if I suggest one thing? It is your poem so you maybe meant to do it this way. But in the last stanza, you used the word, "them" as rhyming words twice. What do you think of?
"Haters will hate, they love to condemn"
"satan their father, does not love them"
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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Hey you, I was taking a break and decided to get your way to finally review you. This is a lovely poem and you couldn't be more right. I can't imagine being that person who has to hate in order to feel good inside. You did a great job of getting that point across. Wonderful job my dear BBB.
Would you be offended if I suggest one thing? It is your poem so you maybe meant to do it this way. But in the last stanza, you used the word, "them" as rhyming words twice. What do you think of?
"Haters will hate, they love to condemn"
"satan their father, does not love them"
Comment Written 06-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2023
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Thank you for your review comments, all your comments. I will consider your suggestion. I was aiming for a certain feeling, and message when I wrote it that way, but your suggestion has merit. Again, I will consider it.
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Oh Nomi, I had a feeling you might be going that way on purpose, so should have kept my advice to myself. I just thought in case it was a slip, I had to ask. I hate when reviewers let things pass and I hate tho if I insulted you in anyway. You are so original at how you do what you do and I should have figured that out. And in that case I love that too.
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Please never hesitate to make suggestions. I never take it personally. I attribute my growth as a writer to my willingness to act on useful suggestions from reviewers.
Comment from jake cosmos aller
nice commentary about the prevalence of hate in the world. From a Christian perspective, which I do not share. I would have made it much more of a political rant but that is just my opinion. I like it,
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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nice commentary about the prevalence of hate in the world. From a Christian perspective, which I do not share. I would have made it much more of a political rant but that is just my opinion. I like it,
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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Thank you for a balanced review. I appreciate you.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I saw an interesting poster the other day: It showed ten different skeletons, and beneath each one read their country of origin or their religious affiliation. This wonderful poem of yours reminded me of that poster. Beneath the "window dressing," we are all exactly the same. Why that's such a difficult concept eludes me...as I see it does you, as well.
Great job, Nomi. xo
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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I saw an interesting poster the other day: It showed ten different skeletons, and beneath each one read their country of origin or their religious affiliation. This wonderful poem of yours reminded me of that poster. Beneath the "window dressing," we are all exactly the same. Why that's such a difficult concept eludes me...as I see it does you, as well.
Great job, Nomi. xo
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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Most intelligent people already know this. Some who actually know, continue to live in denial, not willing to accept that we are all the same, especially when viewed by our creator. Thank you for your wise and supportive comments.
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Thank you for your wise and supportive POST!!! xoxo
Comment from Thesis
I like the way you wrote this. Your words ring true and show that hatred only manifests itself and is totally senseless. Too many people don't understand that one's position does not make them superior to another. The world would be a much better place if people embraced love instead.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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I like the way you wrote this. Your words ring true and show that hatred only manifests itself and is totally senseless. Too many people don't understand that one's position does not make them superior to another. The world would be a much better place if people embraced love instead.
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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I totally agree with all that you wrote. Thank you.
Comment from jim vecchio
This was an excellent. God-honoring poem. I was surprised to see it second on the list instead of "easy everett". The only thing I can say about Adam's original sin is that, were it me, I probably would have failed God, also. Thank God He had a redemption plan in mind!
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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This was an excellent. God-honoring poem. I was surprised to see it second on the list instead of "easy everett". The only thing I can say about Adam's original sin is that, were it me, I probably would have failed God, also. Thank God He had a redemption plan in mind!
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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I fear that most men under the influence of a nude perfect woman would have likewise experienced their own moment of weakness.
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i just finished a romance story about a man who falls for three women! I will post it tomorrow
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Great, I can hardly wait to read it.
I always enjoy reading your works!
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Thank you, that means everything to me.
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Thank you for your very meaningful post!
Comment from Mary Vigasin
An exceptional and powerful poem. It is a good reminder of how hate eats at the soul, mind, and body.
We seem to be as a society, knawing at each other for one reason or another: race, religion, and politics until it turns to hate.
Best wishes,
Mary
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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An exceptional and powerful poem. It is a good reminder of how hate eats at the soul, mind, and body.
We seem to be as a society, knawing at each other for one reason or another: race, religion, and politics until it turns to hate.
Best wishes,
Mary
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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Thank you for your enlightened response.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Norman,
This is a easily rhymed and smoothly metered poem about how hate is a sin we need to stop if the world is to be a peaceful place to live.
This poem tells us who makes hate and what are its consequences.
Good Job
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a good week.
Joan
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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Hi Norman,
This is a easily rhymed and smoothly metered poem about how hate is a sin we need to stop if the world is to be a peaceful place to live.
This poem tells us who makes hate and what are its consequences.
Good Job
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a good week.
Joan
Comment Written 05-Nov-2023
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2023
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Thank you, Joan. Interaction with you is always a pleasurable experience.
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No problem, Norman.
Joan