Compliments

I don't like compliments

They make me cringe

Words from heaven sent

Sound like soft wind

Blowing right past my ears

Averting my gaze embarrassed

Bringing up self centred fears

You sound like a talking parrot

Please don't compliment me

I don't feel like i deserve it

My gifts to you are free

I'll just nod like I actually heard it

I am sure of my own abilities

Don't tell me what I pretend to know

Your compliments reveal emotional fragilities

Praying more kind words will not follow