A Poem About Myself

Says it all in the title...

Many claim that I'm grand and great

But they do not know the price on them I would take

My emotions are practically fake

I'm a cheater

And a bleeder

I would take the easiest way out if possible

I cut myself for s***s and giggles

Give me a rope and I'd hang a little

I am lazy 

Pathetic

A down-right loser

I would rather cheat than do my best 

And get true praise for doing so

I can't stay in a relationship

Or club

Or group

Or anything

For I get bored

And I fear commitment

 My heart lies in the hands of no god

For I am an atheist

And I shout the knowledge that I got

I find women attractive 

(I also enjoy men)

But never would I date one

For I know what we are like

Bitchy and painful

I am the definition of apathy

Burn me with words and I will not care

But burn my friends

And I will cook you into a stew

I am dark

I am creepy

I am my Weeper

I feed off my enemies pain

And I feel pleasure when I suffer

Reviews

[Ted Kniffen]

I'll review this for s***s and giggles. Very dark and emotional. I like it. Whether you or not, the protagonist of your poem would seem to be filled with self-loathing and a strange pride. Not many people would understand this much about themselves, let alone shout it out. Some of it reads tongue in cheek, but overall there is a feeling of realness that makes the reader wonder, and that's the point. A good write

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Thank you kindly. This is how I (used to) view myself. I do have a small amount of pride in myself, and it has grown somewhat. I'm pleased that you liked it.

[Kirsty Woodward]

I'm not much of a reviewer but I loved this and your honesty.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Thank you. I am very pleased that you loved it

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Woww! This is a really powerful read!! Loved reading it ☺

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Glad you enjoyed yourself

[Dr. YumnaKay]

My pleasure ☺

[Nina H.]

I'm kinda speechless right now. This is so real and raw. Love it! Very well written. Keep writing such interesting pieces.

[Adam Adams]

metaphor's autobiography (in poetic form) is very captivating & absolutely very intriguing when you talk of her darker & so passionate side (of 'bout attraction). kinda very deep, but worth reading poetry it is. sometimes, i agree, it's always best cheating that doin' or giving the best we can.. 'cause that's all what we have to... to walk the situation & fumbling heartbeats. cheating section's nicely written. had my whole attention. furthermore, also i enjoyed reading what you truly had to speak of metaphor's characteristics... like staying in relationships... & on & on. yeah, it's hard committing anything to anyone 'cause nobody knows what the next moment of life gonna have to bring to your feet so it's always worth switching gears. very deeply written poetry it is. gonna have to save it!

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Well hello there Adams. I'm very glad that you enjoyed this

[Adam Adams]

hi, Abelind
always an honor to read ur work.

[Jean Carlos]

Expressed clearly and hits straight home.

[Adam Adams]

Seemed like a song you have pen'd in words. Quite real. Captivating. Manifesto. Heartfelt. True & completely a very deep art. Every word is speaking something that your heart urged to speak aloud. I find your work very realistic. The feeling of misery being reside to your stuffs. Keep writing!

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Thank you!

[John Stussy]

And you're apparently honest and real about all of it, which, not gonna lie, sorta detracts from the whole evil-incarnate deal. This poem also displays that you're a blunt and talented writer, intent on effect without unnecessary frills. All in all, coming from a madman who has obsessed about all the cracks which made me broken, take it easy on yourself, and if you think people should back of for their own sake, let them come near and lose a few fingers. You warned them, so they can't be pissed, and if they stick around anyways apparently 're worth keeping around, if only to make yourself appear more sane. Either way, 's a win win for you.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Eh thank you very much

[John Stussy]

Thank for the entertainment.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

I try and stuff

[John Stussy]

Ha. Well, nice to make your acquaintance Alexandra. Anything of yours in particular that you're looking for feedback on?

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Not really. I just write for s***s and giggles really

[Daniel Valentine Rivera]

Extremely dark poems fascinate me, and your personality portrayed in this poem gives me chills. You would be interesting person to talk with. The girls at my college could learn a thing or two from you. Very well written poem. Very enjoyable.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

I find myself to be rather dull but, if you'd like to talk, I'll try not to be too boring. Thank you for your review, Daniel.

[Daniel Valentine Rivera]

I don't find you dull at all. You seem very sarcastic and entertaining. One thing I admire about you is that you learned to accept who you are as a person. Even though my parents would never let me hang around a person like you, I see you as a person just misunderstood. Your a wonderful writer too. Being able to express yourself is a talent not many people seem to value.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

I'd blush, but I don't want my face to get hot

[Augustus]

This is strangely poetic for something so raw, blunt and uncompromising. I mean that as a compliment. There are many writes of a similar nature out here on the cafe and with most of them, I'm like "here we go again". Sometimes, people feel that raw passion somehow automatically translates into poetic merit. Nothing could be further from the truth. Poetry is intrinsically more nuanced and you, in your write here, have respected that, knowingly or otherwise. Lines like "I'll cook you into a stew" almost sound like they come from some witch in a fairytale. It is quite interesting to see how your poem often teeters on the verge of degenerating into a prosaic rant but is saved in the nick of time by some metaphorical nugget. This was an insightful experience as a reviewer. Thank you!

[Alexandra Hounschell]

Ah, no, thank you for such intelligent words on my nonsense poem

[Augustus]

You're welcome. I truly enjoyed reading and reviewing it.

[Alexandra Hounschell]

I am glad that you did.