Miss Understanding

A Poem by Marshall

Once in a while
your countenance collapses
into laughter
even as the insults bully you
into submission
but no you will not take pain
treat it as a private crucifixion
your cross seems unheavy
your burden blessed
Miss Understanding

Author Notes

A play on the word Understanding. Bullying is a no-no yet there are Miss Understandings that understand the meaning of taking it on the chin without being pulled into the misery of others.