It's Poetry Friday, and Sarah Grace Tuttle is hosting HERE on her NEW website, with lots of exciting news! Be sure to drop by to see what she is sharing, then read the poetry of other poets they're sharing this week, too! It will give you a relaxing hour or two to enjoy their awesome creativity.
Thanks for hosting today, Sarah!
It's special when one meets an interesting person, someone who differs from you, someone who shows you new perspectives, new ways of doing things, and new ideas for living. I'm alarmed at the judgmental attitudes occurring in our country, from those who believe we should all be the same! When I walked to my mailbox one day last week, this was my view, and I was inspired.
Sing It Your Way!
Some see them and call out “Clown!”.
They see a standout, but mouths turn down.
Yet, I’m unable to summon wrath
For those who set a unique path,
not the ones who “go along”,
But those who choose to sing their song.
Linda Baie ©
Dear Linda, I appreciate this poem so much! My recent days have had me doing last revisions on my adult novel, which features two "different" folks: Vincent van Gogh and Emily Dickinson. Thank GOODNESS they were strong enough to sing their own (different) songs. xo
ReplyDeleteThanks, Irene, I am not happy that some want everyone to be the same! Your coming novel sounds great! I'm looking forward to reading it!
DeleteThanks for this uplifting poem with such a positive message. Yes to diversity and individuality!
ReplyDeleteWell, you know I agree, Jama. Thanks!
DeleteYes to all of this, Linda. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Here's to our hope for things to change, Laura.
DeleteI love this! It reminds me of the lyrics from the HADESTOWN song "We Raise Our Cups," which is high praise. Thank you for sharing!
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