if only people were keenly aware
that all of this would terminate eventually
imagine all the fights not had, tears not shed
the focus placed on living life happily
people would speak more politely
be cognizant thoughtless words could hurt
we forget we get one chance at all of this

©️poem by Darlene (BonjourDarlene.com)

Bonjour ! I’ll continue to write about my favorite French-inspired things, as well as books, chocolate, music, movies, and postcards, but to change things up a bit, I will also share a 50-word poem each day in the month of January!

These micro-poems are based on personal observations, pesky intrusive thoughts, and general anxiety about getting older.

About this poem: Bullying isn’t always physical fighting. It can be subtle, passive aggressive, and verbal. “Hurt people hurt people” is no excuse. Each person has the power to break the cycle.

Thanks for reading!

This poem is from my poem-a-day series (January 2024).