I Use to Care

I use to care.
With warm and fuzzy touches.
And oozing with empathy.
I just knew my 'light'...
Brought sight to those blind.
How could anyone not see or feel,
Such overwhelming sincerity?
I gave myself goosebumps.

I use to care.
But those days are behind me now.
Since bitterness and vindictiveness,
Have made appearances on the scene.
People disrespect just for the 'heck' of it.
Throwing about cuss words,
Like peanuts at a zoo.

Being cordial to someone...
Of late,
Gives them opportunity to abuse.
And showing anyone any sign,
There is a 'remote' chance concern for them is felt...
Is like giving them a weapon,
To threaten.
And steal every piece of love remaining,
In a sensitive giving heart!

I 'use' to care!
But today...
Caring less,
Delivers a peace of mind...
I am going to keep protected.
Since conflict and unrest...
Are too competitive.
And I find my energy is best kept to myself!

I use to care.
But the uselessness of it...
Became,
To me...
Too evident!
And too clear,
Not to notice a waste of time.

poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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