I Write

I write… I write of many things- tangible and intangible My faith and ideals, work and play My life and loves; my successes and failures, too Of war and peace and material things A million thoughts throughout the day Transform into forms and shapes And my heart speaks its truths Which crowd the corners of my mind At times fiercely threatening to riot!, It is then I pause and listen, as it seems they Attempt to burst heart and mind at the seams! And no recourse do I have then, So eagerly, joyfully, I open wide, the gates! I see them charge onto paper or electronic screen! 'Sweet freedom'! They seem to shout triumphantly, In their final escape from emminent death! They escape the endless holding cells Then disburse throughout the universe Seeking to inspire, console, bring some smiles To feed weary souls of fellowmen. I write because it brings me untold joy! I am a poet