Inconsideration Nation

Inconsideration Nation

A Poem by Sharon Kim
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Just a little rant about some pet peeves.

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In-Consideration Nation

 

Oh, that’s a shame that your car is broken,

It looks so new!

What’s that you say?  Not broken?

Hmm, I thought that your blinker was broken

Because you didn’t use it when you were turning

And I was sure you saw that I was waiting for you to pass by, so I could go.

 

“Here, let me get that for you!”  I call after you

As you walk away from the pile of sweaters you just knocked off the fixture.

I’m surprised by the nasty look you shoot back at me

As you continue on your way.  

Shrugging as I pick up the pile from the floor,

I think, ‘I was just trying to help.’

 

I see you waiting to pull out onto the street.

I flash my lights and wave to you, inviting you to go ahead.

You peal out to join the line of traffic.

I look to see you nod or wave your hand in acknowledgement,

But you never even glance my way.

As the light turns yellow, you zoom through the intersection,

Leaving me behind, stopped at a red light.

 

I quietly say, “Would this be on your credit card today?”

You give a huff and say in annoyance into your phone, “Wait a sec.”

To me, you say, “Yes, here,” as you toss your card at me.

Dismissing me, you bring your phone back up to your red cherry lips,

“Anyway, like I was saying, you should have seen what she was wearing…”

I tune you out as I finish the transaction and bag your purchase.

“Oh, I’m sorry I interrupted your conversation…”

You flick your hand in a whatever gesture as you grab your bag and walk away.

“Have a nice day.”  I call after you.

 

Inconsideration nation, we take much for granted,

We take what we think we are owed.

We count on others to ‘take care of things,’

And not often enough, do we reap what we’ve sowed.

 

 

© 2013 Sharon Kim


Author's Note

Sharon Kim
just a little passive-aggressive rant... Critique away!

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You give a huff and say in annoyance into your phone, “Wait a sec.”

To me, you say, “Yes, here,” as you toss your card at me.

Dismissing me, you bring your phone back up to your red cherry lips,

“Anyway, like I was saying, you should have seen what she was wearing…”




I like how that blended.

Posted 9 Years Ago


Sharon Kim

9 Years Ago

Thank you so much for reading and commenting, Moriarty Mesa!
This comes at a time when my nation is celebrating independence Day, what a coincidence. This reflects people's attitude which is bound to cause indignation. I thought until the first two stanzas it was romantic indignation, but the last two made it large-scale. Love the title, by the way.!!

Posted 10 Years Ago


Sharon Kim

10 Years Ago

Thank you, Uday!
Yep. 100% agreement - well ranted, Sharon!

Posted 10 Years Ago


Sharon Kim

10 Years Ago

Thanks, Rita! How much longer until you go back to school? I started back with in-service on Monda.. read more
Rita L. Sev

10 Years Ago

The teachers have our meeting on September 3, but most of us will be in the classroom setting up nex.. read more
Amen, sister! I always say "you're welcome" (in a sweet voice) when I hold a door open for someone and they don't say thank you. It messes with their minds!

Posted 10 Years Ago


Sharon Kim

10 Years Ago

Yes! I knew there were more examples that I was forgetting! I can't stand when that happens!!! I .. read more

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