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Walk A Mile In My Shoes
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Walk A Mile In My Shoes |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia 
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I wrote this for all large people who bear the brunt of constant taunts just because of their weight. We need to be more accepting in our society and not judge a book by its cover, as the saying goes. * * * * * You really can't say you know me Until you've walked a mile in my shoes Long ago I lost count Of how many times I sang the blues The constant stares and sniggers Still torment my fragile heart I am proud of who I am For I have much love to impart But so many can't see past The fact that I am big I've heard all the degrading names You lump of lard, you big fat pig How dare you shout obsenities Without knowing this person within I have a heart as big as Texas What I weigh is not a sin I've tried so many diets But they haven't worked for me So please accept me as I am And respect this person I've come to be I am in motion |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
I know how this feels. I have been overweight all my life. Good poem. Cold hands means a warm heart |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Sue Hi there Finally I can get on here to reply to your wonderful poem, you have no idea how inconvenient are mum’s computer problems. How could she kill it like that I do not know. This is an excellent write from you I really enjoyed it, the lines flow incredibly smoothly and the content is as all of your are excellent. I know exactly what you mean you write so well and I’m always overjoyed to see your name, because I know it will be a great poem As always Krissy   And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Sue, I agree with this 100%, it too saddens me so much to see so many depicting people by fashion! (sigh) I wish we could all whole-heartedly look at each other and see the true colors everyone has, sweet friend, for it is the heart that matters most! (sigh) My heart joins you in your thoughts, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sue, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Sue: I'm really sorry to hear that you have been hurt by careless remarks about your size. You look great to me and you are a beautiful person! Betty Lou Hebert |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh Sue, I am so sorry this has happened to you. I, for one, think you are a wonderful person. And, I don't think too much of people, who make unkind remarks. *HUGS* |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
a wonderfully written poem giving powerful insights into the hearts and souls of real people - thanks - Paul |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Suetang It's not the size but the prize. Wonderful write. Enjoyed |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
You know life's pretty tough most of the time anyway....and when you're young and on the "hunt" so they say, it's sad how folks are treated because of weight, or problems, or anything else someone can point out....but as you grow older and hopefully wiser....it's like sex....the things that seemed so important then are replaced by what really is important....the majority of the gals I dated when I was younger look like hell now....(which in many cases went right along with their personalities)....I think when someone's different in some way, they become stronger from the wise ass remarks and usually a better, more understanding person....too bad so many people never truly see the whole person....our society is stuck on "looks" and money.....material things are usually the most useless things available....and if ya think about it...the hardest to attain......nice write.... |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
This is an incredibly beautiful poem, Sue. I have seen this happen to people who are overweight and its so sad that they are judged by their weight. it shines out through the eyes don't judge a person by how they look there's more to love in a bigger size Your picture looks great to me, and I can tell by your poems that you are a beautiful person on the inside.....and thats what really counts. ~ loving hugsLyra |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
After enough taunts, the hecklers can be silent... for their words will echo long after, a sizzling acid searing the soul. Excellent write, Sue. *S* |
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