Pencil

a pencil, slender and sleek, whispers secrets on the page, its graphite tip, a dancer's toe, tracing lines of thought, unencumbered. it dances across the paper's stage, twirling and swirling in graceful arcs, a silent symphony of words and shapes, unfolding the mysteries of the mind. its lead, a conductor's baton, conducting the orchestra of ideas, scribbling melodies of inspiration, in the language of graphite and wood. oh, pencil, humble and unassuming, you hold the power to create, to give life to thoughts and dreams, with each stroke, a world takes shape. so let us cherish this simple tool, this wand of possibility and expression, for in its simplicity, it holds the key, to unlock the wonders of imagination.

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/26/2024 7:56:00 PM

So much wonder you've found in a simple pencil, Don. Bravo, Gershon

Don Iannone
Date: 3/26/2024 10:36:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon. Anything can be the subject of a poem, even nothing. LOL

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/26/2024 4:38:00 PM

Magnificent, Don. I just love your poetic style and your poems. They're relatable but also have depth. I liked the image of the humble pencil as a graceful and gracious ballerina dancing across a paper stage. Love the 'stage' metaphor. I also liked 'in its simplicity, it hold the key to unlock the wonders of imagination.' Insightful and true words. Am faving this one so I can re-read it later. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Don Iannone
Date: 3/26/2024 10:37:00 PM

Sara, I appreciate your observations about my poem. Thank you! Don

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/26/2024 9:42:00 AM

Hello Don, This is a wonderful celebration of the humble yet mighty instrument of creation. With eloquent imagery, you picture the pencil as a dancer, conductor, and magician, bringing forth worlds of imagination onto the page. I love how your words honor its ability to capture and convey the essence of thought and inspiration. It's a beautiful ode to the power of simplicity and the limitless potential of artistic expression. - Blessings, Daniel

Don Iannone
Date: 3/26/2024 11:56:00 AM

Hello Daniel, thank you for sharing. Your words have captured my words quite well. My father always tried to teach me to see the beauty and power of simplicity. By the way, he was a poet, and it was from him that I first learned the art. Take care and thank you. Best, Don.