Midwest Mary

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By

Mary K. Doyle

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Poem–No Humor in Humiliation

No Humor in Humiliation

You agree when T
makes Z dance for his supper,
‘til T bullies you.

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Respect is fundamental in every relationship. Negotiations become uncomfortable when issues important to both sides need compromising. However, we can discuss issues diplomatically without ridiculing and demeaning one another.

Today, someone needs our help. Tomorrow, it is us–it is me and you, who beg for assistance and mercy.

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Have you seen my book, Tranquility. Transformation. Transcendence?

©Mary K. Doyle, 2025

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Responses to “Poem–No Humor in Humiliation”

  1. vermavkv

    Very nice

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you. Have a great week.

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  2. Looking for the Light

    T has made our country look so bad. They were like vicious dogs going after Z’s bone.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You’re right, Melinda. Very sad.

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  3. Monkey’s Tale

    Well said Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Maggie. It’s shameful.

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  4. Escribir Y Sanar

    Totally agree 💯

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Madelaine.

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  5. Violet Lentz

    Fortunately, the world knows that the majority of Americans are not ok with what is going on. It’s unfortunate a huge segment of those people didn’t get out and vote.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You’re right, Violet! Those who don’t vote can’t say anything now.

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  6. kagould17

    When the only way you can make yourself look big is by making someone else look small, you have lost the plot. A deal is done if both sides are happy, not if one side wins. Happy Monday Mary. Allan

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yes, Allan. Exactly. Now, why don’t you run for office? Love to you.

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      1. kagould17

        I am too busy looking for a country to run to, before we are his next target. His State of the Union speech ought to be very telling tomorrow. Hugs Mary. 🤗

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          I don’t think I can watch that speech. I won’t be able to sleep with thoughts of the devil running my country.

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  7. Under the mask..

    It doesn’t help to know that everyone who isn’t already thrown under the bus, will be. What a bizarre time, if certainly not unexpected. The dead leading the blind. For now.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yes, many of us remember T’s first term and knew it would only be worse. Thank you for adding to the conversation. I appreciate that you are speaking up.

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  8. Kym Gordon Moore

    Very well stated Mary. 🙏🏼 I agree respect is fundamental and at times discussions seen futile, yet we still must try. Thanks for sharing and Happy Monday! 😘💖🥰💐🌞

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Happy Monday, wonderful Ms. Kym. Thank you for your important comment. Love to you.

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      1. Kym Gordon Moore

        Oh Mary my dear, you are so very welcome as always. It’s my pleasure and I am wishing you a FANtabulous week of love, hope, and tender embraces! Cheers! 🥰🥂😘💐🌞

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  9. Eternity

    I agree with you. Your posts are always very good.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you. Much appreciated.

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      1. Eternity

        You are very welcome

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  10. P. J. Gudka

    I very much agree. There is a correct way to do things and even when we disagree we should do so respectfully. Bullying other people that they feel are inferior is more of a sign of weakness of the bullies than anyone else as well as a lack of character.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You are so right, Pooja. Thank you for reading and commenting. I pray you are doing well, sweet friend.

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      1. P. J. Gudka

        I’m doing much better, thank you so much.

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          I’m happy to hear that, Pooja.

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  11. luisa zambrotta

    I totally agree with you, dear Mary … and I am quite worried about the global political situation that is being created

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yes, Luisa. Anything can happen at this point. All I know is that prayer is powerful, so I’m praying.

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      1. luisa zambrotta

        I’m praying too 🙏

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          Thank you, Luisa.

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          1. luisa zambrotta

            🙏💙🙏

  12. scheitsch

    Brilliant!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you.

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  13. Escribir Y Sanar

    Wow, Mary, I’m truly impressed! I knew you had been writing, but I had no idea you had so many books published already—this is incredible. I’m browsing through Amazon right now, checking out your books and trying to get some. Thank you so much!💫🌹

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Madelaine! I appreciate your support.

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  14. joannerambling

    That is so true but also something far too many do not get

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for your input, Joan.

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  15. Rosaliene Bacchus

    Thank you, Mary. Our world has just become a more dangerous place.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      We’ve also lost our common courtesies, manners, ethics, compassion . . .

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      1. Rosaliene Bacchus

        Sadly true, Mary.

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  16. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

    Well said, Mary!
    Enjoy your week. 😊

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, T’. How are you doing with all your responsibilities? How is your shop?

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      1. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

        My pleasure.
        All is going well. I appreciate you asking. 💞

        How have you been?
        Have a blessed week, Mary. ❤️

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          I’m doing well, T’. Have a good Lent.

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  17. Cindy Georgakas

    Sadly it’s the truth, Mary. Unfathomable! 💕

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Shocking, isn’t it, Cindy? He continuously surprises me with a new low I hadn’t thought possible.

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  18. TracySchruder

    I agree with you Mary🧐 Good post!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Tracy. Welcome to Midwest Mary. I’m happy to see you here.

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  19. Dorothy’s New Vintage Kitchen

    Sadly, right now, treating others with respect in our government doesn’t seem to be part of the playlist.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You are right, Dorothy. Sad. Disturbing.

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  20. johnlmalone

    true: these are becoming fraught, disrespectful times —

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yes, John. The rational population is disturbed and concerned.

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  21. SiriusSea

    Beautifully and poignantly stated, Mary ❤ … Heartfelt and timely reminder ~ 🙂 Wish you a blessed day!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Ms. Siri. That is the wish we all need, all hold on to. Love to you.

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  22. Stephanie

    It would be so nice to see a movement of good communicators making intelligent cases for civility and diplomacy and well-disciplined debate again, but I guess we’d also have to go back to having longer conversations.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Every day is full of surprises, Stephanie. Let’s pray for good surprises. Thank you for adding to the discussion, my friend.

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      1. Stephanie

        Good surprises it is! 🙂

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  23. Michele Lee

    Solid analogy, Mary. Integrity has a strong backbone, even if that means standing alone.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I felt I had to speak up, Michele. I hope you are well and happy, Sweetie.

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      1. Michele Lee

        I applaud you for doing so, dear Mary. Staying silent resolves nothing. Grateful to have made it through a busy day. Thank you so much Angel friend. Love to you.

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  24. Ana Daksina

    That’s RIGHT! 👍

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Anna. Wishing you well.

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      1. Ana Daksina

        Your well wishing gladly received here 👩‍❤️‍👩

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  25. Garden Bliss

    So very, very true, Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Flavia. I hope all is well with you.

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      1. Garden Bliss

        Thanks Mary – yes, still sad but will be ok. 😊

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          That’s understandable, Flavia. You’ll miss your little friend forever. I hope you feel his love when you need an extra hug.

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          1. Garden Bliss

            Thanks so much Mary.

  26. Indira

    Yes…well said!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Indira. Half the country is appalled. And then there is the other half.

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  27. Eternity

    Thanks for your like of my post, “Christ And Pre-Kingdom Jews – Pt 17;” you are very kind.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I read your detailed posts and contemplate. Thank you for writing them.

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      1. Eternity

        You are a very wonderful woman. It is amazing how well you compose your posts.

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  28. Laura

    Very true thoughts and perspective on respect, Mary. It goes both ways 🙏 Love to you always! ❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Love you, my sweet friend.

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  29. Edward Ortiz

    Well said, Mary. What T did to Z in front of the whole world was pretty humiliating. I believe you reap what you sow. T’s time will come, and he’ll be all alone.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I hope you’re right, Edward. Thank you for hanging in there with me and half of our country, the half that remembers manners, compassion, and justice.

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      1. Edward Ortiz

        Yes, it’s very important that we stay together and continue to promote what truly makes us a great society.

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  30. noga noga

    Enjoyable post, good luck and have a nice day, my dear Mary. ❤🙏🏻💐

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, dear Nougat. Take good care of yourself and God bless you.

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      1. noga noga

        💞🙏🏻😇

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  31. Amy

    Well said! Z was not in the position to negotiate…

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      No. He only wanted to make an explanation.

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  32. The Introverted Bookworm

    Well said, Mary! 🌷

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Ada. I received your book and hope to review it next week. Love to you.

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      1. The Introverted Bookworm

        Hi, Mary! That’s lovely of you. Thanks very much! 💜

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  33. da-AL

    beautifully written as well as read aloud!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you. Have a Happy Tuesday.

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  34. jeanvivace

    We all live pretty unstable times in these days….

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  35. swamigalkodi

    Appreciated

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you.

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  36. Mr. Ohh’s Sideways View

    Nice 🤣😎🙃

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you.

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