Bile and bitterness.
Age-old caustic complaints & complexes
Yielding frustration and rage.
Festering fissures erupt.
Into toxic words.
Vile, vitriolic venom.
Vicious, vengeful abuse.
Sarcasm, scorn and derision.
Sulphurous scars of yore
Opening wretched wounds anew.
Stick and stones may break bones.
But words break hearts
So as never to be mended again.
random rants ruminations ramblings 
Powerful and so very true.
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Thank you, Syl, my friend!
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You’re welcome!
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Very true, K! Kabooom!!!!
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Thanks!
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Kya huwa re? Kisne mere pyaare dost ko itna khundak dilaya?
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It happens, but all good. Tx, N!
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Great write so full of truth. There are scars of words that last longer than the physical wounds.
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Yes, they do, they stay imprinted on the mind far after they stop ringing in the ears. Thanks so much!
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I am bas with comments so I would only say this is wow!
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Thank you, D!
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So well written.
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Thank you 🙏🏽
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The alliteration emphasises the deep and troubling emotions in this poem Kunal. Reminds me of troubled times I once had. Hope all is good.
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Well, a sharp tongue cuts deep…
all good now, thanks!
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Glad to hear it. Every day brings new perspectives and sparks of delight.
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It has been a while since I have visited your site, dear Kunal. It’s so varied and well written 😊💜
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Thank you!!! You’ve made my day! 🙂
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May it go from better to “best day of the week”!!! 😊🌸
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🙏🏽😊
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Indeed. Words matter a lot. Well composed
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They do, Nikesh! Thank you!
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So incredibly true.
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It is, isn’t it? thanks, Em!
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Profound. Wow poetry.👌
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Thanks, Sameera
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