OutspokennessA Poem by Poet PittinixThis is a poem about the author.If
you’re holding a grudge against me, don’t greet me. I
don’t want anybody to pretend to be my friend. Frankly,
it doesn’t matter whether you like me or not. I
don’t socialise with hypocrites and evil-minded persons. Don’t
attempt to satisfy me by giving me something. I
can’t think of a gift that will make me feel good. I’m
not covetous of your ability and financial status. You
can’t impress me, for I’m not a typical person. I
don’t entertain close-fisted persons and freeloaders. Furthermore,
I never queued for handouts, especially food. Perhaps
you think I’m abnormal not to miss people. If
you go away for a long time, I won’t yearn for you. You
seldom speak to me because of my outspokenness. Since
you and I can’t get along, don’t mourn when I’m dead. When
you’re burying me, don’t make noise over my coffin. I
don’t want anybody to weep crocodile tears for me. Don’t
preach and sing at my funeral, for I won’t hear you. And
please don’t put wreaths on my gravestone. © 2024 Poet PittinixAuthor's Note
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1 Review Added on April 6, 2024 Last Updated on April 6, 2024 Tags: grudge, ability, handouts, gravestone, freeloaders AuthorPoet PittinixKingston, West Indies, JamaicaAboutHi everyone, I'm an author from Jamaica. I write poems, songs, and short stories. Do not send me any private messages. I came here to read and to publish my compositions, not to engage in controver.. more..Writing
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