ExConfusedChristian Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Waiting I know that look, you’re waiting. Waiting for me to shut up so that you can start talking. I know you haven’t heard a word I’ve said. Your gears are grinding, mind is formulating the next stunning speech you will give. You love the sound of your own voice. So should I, I guess. And now I’m waiting. Waiting for you to shut up so I can start talking. I’m formulating, calculating. Sorry…I haven’t heard a word you’ve said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExConfusedChristian Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 I forgot to add that I wrote this a few years ago. I'd had a few conversations with people at church that were more than just 'fluff' but it was obvious that they weren't really interested in what I had to say and were just waiting for me to finish so they could talk. It got a bit frustrating so I wrote this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jchpiper Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Enjoyed this Exconfused. Thought provoking... So often we hear only to be formulating a response, instead of listening to hear another's heart. I think of young children when I read your prose. They usually know exactly what they are trying to communicate; we just need to put on different ears. Wonderful write... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sojourner Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Oh wow I loved this little poem! So true and I am guilty. One thing I love about forums is you cant interrupt folks! And Ive always had an annoying habit of that as if my own thoughts are so much more important than anyones Im talking too. Very good poem and I still need work, might come back to this one often. thanks sojourner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
live and learn Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 That was great! Keep writing, please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathGeek Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Agreed, I like it much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExConfusedChristian Posted February 2, 2008 Author Share Posted February 2, 2008 Oh wow I loved this little poem! So true and I am guilty. One thing I love about forums is you cant interrupt folks! And Ive always had an annoying habit of that as if my own thoughts are so much more important than anyones Im talking too. Very good poem and I still need work, might come back to this one often. thanks sojourner I know what you mean. I have often agonized over being an interrupter myself. That's why I had to end it with me doing the same thing... I'm working on one to do with my daughter's illness I will post soon. I'm glad you guys don't mind my writing! I'm an amateur (of course) and DH doesn't particularly like my stuff - too bummerish for him. I really enjoy getting it out though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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