People Talking

He said
She said
What the hell's the matter
Careful how you answer
Never mind the meaning
Watch you ain't preening
Silence is a golden art
to dodge such a fiery dart
So how important is it
To not be such a nitwit
Just know when to say when
I mean when to say 'Amen"
Nothing stokes the flame
Like unkind words inflame
So if your still not sure
Be a little more demure
And tuck your chin in
And make a foolish grin
Better to look the fool
Then open your mouth and prove
Try to have a little couth
Like you need any proof
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Posted: Sep 2011
About this poem:
Not always about 'what' you say but 'when and how' you say it that matters....

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Comments (6)

Mycalling
Absolutely, cheers
Ayhra
Nice write Yankee4u applause cheering bouquet teddybear
CloudySky
Very well said. Too bad many do not follow this advice. applause
TRJohn
I enjoyed this People Talking - short - sweet and to the point. .

TR John
boyshchrm6
You are in fact
Talking about tact
thumbs up cool dancing grin applause peace
Odette67
I have a saying..."Never Miss An Opportunity To Keep Your Mouth Shut" so many people say things in anger...then wish they hadn't. Superb poem Y4Y. cheers

"Karma" angel
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