Free Verse

From the heart with unfathomable depths Innermost emotions forever, deeply stir Overflowing at times they beg release from captivity And in no way is dependent upon our reason or rhyme Through verse they are freed and echo throughout the universe Most often prompted by a sweet essence renowned Through the musings of the spirit murmuring Interpreting the dictates of heart to mind The hopes and dreams of men lie in silent wait for liberty The precepts of my free verse, and freedom of expression Remain unencumbered, unrestrained Without defamation, or degradation Meant always to uplift and promote growth and success And like waters from flowing rivers, irrigate and nurture seeds Scattered across our parched, dry earth Note: For John Freeman's "Your Precepts of Free Verse" Contest