Some egos are paper thin,
Easily torn by the slightest push.
To disagree is a deadly sin,
Guaranteed to bruise the tush.
Just like Disney’s favorite duck,
Their tantrums are often quite inane.
And sometimes when they act like schmucks,
Their words can often bring you pain.
If you’re that someone who’s insecure,
I’ve some advice you’re sure to ignore.
Step one: Ask yourself, “Am I an expert?”
Step two: Realize the answer is likely no.
Step three: Try to be an introvert,
In other words, quit acting like a joe blow.
Step four: Next ask, “Am I being a jackass?”
Step five: Understand the answer is yes.
Step six: Quit treating others like second-class,
Step seven: Take a breath, decompress.
Step eight: Back up off that keyboard, dear,
And get the hell up out of here.
About the Creator
Kenny Penn
Thanks for reading! I enjoy writing in various genres, my favorites being horror/thriller and dark/epic fantasies. I'll also occasionally drop a poem or two.
More at: www.kennypenn.com
My Top Stories: https://www.kennypenn.com/vocalmedia/
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Comments (16)
Some people do just need to step back and walk away...
Oh, the rhymes are SO satisfying! Not to mention a message I can get behind. :D
😂 just brilliant well deserved leaderboard placement
Wooohooooo congratulations on your Leaderboard placement! 🎉💖🎊🎉💖🎊
Fantastic work, Kenny!
I'm diggin' the blunt eloquence! Very well done Kenny! ☺️🌸
First, lol on the cover pic. Can’t get much further away than that. Second, this was one of the more unique takes on the prompt. Accurate and humorous at times while still being serious.
Perfectly stated, my friend!!
Yeah this one will do well. Great work friend. Did you get in WB?
Ah, Kenny. Concise and actionable.
Oh the drama is happening today (*inserts gif of Michael Jackson eating popcorn*)
There have been people who I have met I am now distanced from and it makes my life better. These are words that need to be said
Much needed dear Kenny Penn!
Verrry interestink!!! 🤪
This had me laughing, and wincing at how accurate it is.
Is this in response to what I saw in a Vocal group earlier? I'd be more specific and drop names but I don't know if you'd be okay with me doing that