The Way I Feel

Some people claim that they care about others, but they are hypocrites.

I do not want your counsel and advice.

Where were you when I was enduring hunger?

You were not there when I was thirsty.

When I was having financial problems,

You did not assist me in my hour of need.

 

When I was in pain and mental distress,

You were not around to sympathise with me.

I needed the comforting words of a friend.

You made me feel like an outsider.

I had to sit up in bed so I could keep breathing,

But you could sleep soundly at night.

I did not see you when I was gasping for air.

 

I felt that I was going to succumb to my illness.

And I had nobody to call out to for help.

You did not even try to find out about my condition.

I knew that you could not cure my illness,

But your presence would have lifted my spirits.

 

You do not really care about my well-being,

But you try to run my life with your beliefs.

And you want me to play by the rules.

You tell me what I should and should not do.

I do not think you can tell right from wrong.

This is not the right way to treat someone.

Author's Note

This one is personal.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Sadly that is so. A true friend will be there for you in your hour of need. Certainly a support network for you. I felt disappointment here at a time when you weren’t in a good place. Beware fair weather friends. Nicely penned stanzas.

Chris

[Poet Pittinix]

This poem is based on real events. Thanks for the comment.