They Say

They Say

A Poem by Autumn Raine

They say smile.

But I frown.

They say keep your head up.

But I look down.

 

They say it’s okay.

But it’s actually not.

They say keep peace.

But I’ve still fought.

 

They say be happy.

But I’m still sad.

They say control your anger.

But I still get mad.

 

They say love.

But I still hate.

They say follow your dreams.

But I don’t believe in fate.

 

They say cherish life.

But it’s something I despise.

They say tell the truth.

But I’m covered in lies.

 

They say be strong.

But I always cry.

No matter what they say.

I still want to die.

© 2017 Autumn Raine


Author's Note

Autumn Raine
The mood of my writing is more on the sad side.

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That is a powerful poem.
The rhymes seem unforced and it flows smoothly, packed with depth and truth.
I like the way contrasts have been used to convey your non-conformity.

WELL DONE

Posted 6 Years Ago


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Gee
Having read many poems on here it seems sadness, hurt, heartbreak are the inspiration for many to write. The down side to that is that most trot out the same old guff to the point where it becomes boring.

Posted 7 Years Ago


Gee

7 Years Ago

We all must try harder to be a wee bit more creative, different. And I'm as guilty, perhaps more so.. read more
Autumn Raine

7 Years Ago

My style isn't happy. I can't write happy. I take my real emotions, and my real experiences and writ.. read more
Gee

7 Years Ago

Here's hoping it helps. Take care
They say the strongest poems are written by the downhearted (at least I say so, and have written a piece on that). This is awesome! Filled with truth and emotion that just tugs at the heart and soul. Well done!

Posted 7 Years Ago


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Autumn Raine

7 Years Ago

Thank you so much.
This is very true and powerful. I love the They say part cause it is completely true.

Posted 7 Years Ago


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Ja
Your writing is sad that is so true.
But what you say, is left up to you.
I hope what you wrote, isn't for real.
It would be dreadful, if that's how you feel.

Thank you kindly for your well written thoughts




Posted 7 Years Ago


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Autumn Raine
Autumn Raine

Manitoba, Canada



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I'm really bad at bios. Hey. I'm Autumn. I'm just a 15 year old Canadian expressing myself through writing. I'm an optimist living both bright and dark days. I try my best to stay happy though. I.. more..

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