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Auguste
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0 posted 2001-05-03 05:51 PM


Insecure Men

by Michael


A jealous man
enslaves
the weaker sex
and
dictates how much
freedom
she’s to know.  

So many things
she’s not
allowed to do.  

In so many ways
she’s not
allowed to grow.  

She lives in
his shadow
and
will never reach
her peak.  

Because
he’s insecure,
he sees her
as a sneak.

He holds the key
to all she is
and won’t unlock
her life.

Such is the jealousy
some men feel for
a wife.  

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

© Copyright 2001 Michael Auguste - All Rights Reserved
walker
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1 posted 2001-05-03 06:05 PM


An insecure man is definitely the weakest link! Great thoughts!
Mabel A. Dilley
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2 posted 2001-05-03 06:47 PM


Oh, but so many boys try to fit into the role of a man. What a waste. Thank you for tackling a sensitive subject.

"I am not now that which I have been."

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3 posted 2001-05-03 06:50 PM


This is great poetry and true sometimes, but how can a woman allow herself to be so demeaned, in the name of love?

Joyce

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4 posted 2001-05-03 07:20 PM


Wouldn't it be wonderful if all men saw as you do, Auguste?  You have the whole picture...others, a fading snapshot of what could have been.

Excellent.

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5 posted 2001-05-03 07:29 PM


Have to agree with walker on this one...very perceptive write!  
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6 posted 2001-05-03 07:49 PM


Hmmm, had me a wife once that fit this to a tee...only in reverse, she being the jealous party...didn't have her long....

jwesley

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7 posted 2001-05-03 08:27 PM


walker,
Jealousy all too often keeps a woman from realizing her hopes and dreams, her full potential.  That is wrong.  Thanks for reading.

Julian,
I'm sure this poem touches some men in ways they would prefer not to acknowledge.  As a writer, we often touch on sensitive topics,
as we must.  Thanks

Joyce,
I've often asked myself that same question.  Though the man may be insecure and jealous, that doesn't mean that he's a particularly bad person.  He may be a wonderful person and dearly love the woman.  He just needs to grow up some and allow his wife or lover the space to be who "she" wants to be.  
Thank, Joyce.

Karilea,
Many men, especially now that the world is changing so, see as I do.  Thanks for reading

JLR,
Thank you for taking the time to read this and for the comments.

jwesley,
Most of my friends are women and their husbands readily accept my relationship with their wives, knowing that their wives love them only.

Michael

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"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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8 posted 2001-05-03 08:38 PM


How well you put this Michael! I agree totally!

Elizabeth Anne

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9 posted 2001-05-03 08:50 PM


She lives in
his shadow
and
will never reach
her peak.  
=================
He holds the key
to all she is
and won’t unlock
her life.
========================

this is definatly a universal issue...
and a two way street.
I can be a jealous beast when i want to *L*
I think deeply imbedded jealousy and insecurity like you speak of here comes from loss in a persons life somewhere along the way.
Insecurity often stems from things being taken too soon from a child security.
It makes me very sad...
anyway...sorry to ramble...
your poem was thought provoking...and touching...
and lovely in its rhyme as well  
well done poet sir.

you speak to me in riddles
and you speak to me in rhymes
my body aches to breathe your breath
your words keep me alive

~Sarah McLachlan~

[This message has been edited by Janet Marie (edited 05-03-2001).]

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10 posted 2001-05-03 08:57 PM


I agree with you whole heartedly but the door swings both ways just as often...and sometimes I think its easier for women to get away with "sneaking"  
god knows I cant even publicly advertise and get a response  

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11 posted 2001-05-03 09:46 PM


Michael--It seems to be that trust is a big part of a loving relationship...and some find it very difficult.  Thank you for this interesting and thought provoking poem.
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12 posted 2001-05-03 11:26 PM


there are many men fitting that description, Michael..unfortunately, some women hold those same reins....
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13 posted 2001-05-04 12:51 PM


This was lovely Michael, and so very true.
Take care.....Sue

Suetang

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14 posted 2001-05-04 07:21 AM


You made your point well...doesn't matter if your significant other is a friend, lover, or spouse...if they want to play the jealousy game they are definately insecure and unsure of themselves...James
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15 posted 2001-05-04 07:38 AM


"He holds the key
to all she is
and won’t unlock
her life."

This is a very powerful piece Michael. It's so very sad when someone is "kept down" with reins as tight as these. A very thought-provoking verse, very well written!  

Best wishes,
/Kit

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16 posted 2001-05-04 12:53 PM


This speaks volumes. . . and applies both ways. . .

excellent Michael. . .

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To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world.

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17 posted 2001-05-04 06:03 PM


Elizabeth Anne,
Thanks for reading.  I'm glad you agree.

Janet,
I have to agree with you that sometimes loss in a person's life will cause them to act in this way.  Even so, we all know that it's wrong.  Thanks

Kevin,
Hey, you and me both.    Thanks

Martie,
Trust always has to be there in order for the relationship to work.  Thanks, my friend

Deer,
Yes, some women do and that's a shame.  Thank you.

Sue,
It's good to see you, my friend.  Thanks for reading.

James,
Yes, insecurity is what it's really all about.  A fear of losing, of not being good enough.  It's really sad when you think about it.  Thank, James

Kit,
True.  Kept down is what it's truly about.  Never being able to realize one's full potential because your wings have been clipped.  Thanks, Kit.

Sven,
Yes, it does, my friend.  Thank you for reading this piece.

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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18 posted 2001-05-05 05:00 AM


An excellent write!

"Friends are quiet angels who lift us to our
feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly." ~unknown


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19 posted 2001-05-05 08:55 AM


WOW... great writing..

~Wynter

"The worst prison would be a closed heart".
...Pope John Paul II



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20 posted 2001-05-05 09:13 AM


Michael,
I agree, although I too believe  the door swings both ways.
You sir  have the vision and the words to bring life to this issue.
write on
Kethry

Those of us who refuse to risk and grow get swallowed up by life.  Patty Hansen.



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21 posted 2001-05-06 03:11 PM


Eagle One, Wynter and Kethry,
Thank you all very much for reading.  Yes, the door does definitely swing both ways.  

Michael

Proust-
"Love is space and time measured by the heart"

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