People say many things
nice and mean
true and false
flattering and hurtful

People say hellos
hello, hi, hey, hallo, bonjour, hola
they say this when  you first meet
when you've known each other for forever
when you're expecting it
when you aren't
some even make or break your day

People say compliments and flirt
beautiful, gorgeous, handsome, kind, smart, funny
these make you smile
turn your face bright red
make your day

People say rumors and insults
ugly, fat, depressed, anorexic, annoying, teacher’s pet
these make you cry
hurt you
make you self conscious and afraid
they ruin your day

People say advice and help
they show you the truth
who to listen to and who not to
how to pick yourself up and be happy
how to get through rough times

People say good byes
goodbye, adios, au revoir, see you later, talk to you soon
these end conversations
both good and bad
sometimes are happy
and sometimes are sad

People say many things