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To Poets Who Say They Are Not Poets

The doorway to my mind
Once again shall be forever closed
Words I used to fling
Like birds as they sing
Have all been properly disposed

This world that I tried to change
Has kept me hidden from its view
So I would begin to think
That my words just stink
Although that may not actually be true

Thinking of myself as a poet
Though maybe nothing more than a bumbling fool
From my heart I would pour
Simple words to adore
But perhaps I should have studied poetry in school

Yet a sadness still grips my heart
Like a thorny rosebush as it grows
With the beauty of its flowers
Growing skyward as it towers
Though near it,no one ever goes

Many poets say they are not poets
I say this mere fact is simply untrue
For the words you write
Are read with pure delight
Once written from the soul within you



Written By:
Some guy who thought he was a poet
On 2-6-13

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  1. Date: 2/15/2013 5:47:00 PM

    Your words always touch my soul Dan....awesome write! hugs

  1. Date: 2/11/2013 11:24:00 AM

    You definitely capture heart and soul with your poetry Dan.

  1. Date: 2/10/2013 7:17:00 PM

    very nicely written Dan ;}

  1. Date: 2/8/2013 10:01:00 PM

    Your final stanza sums it up wonderfully Dan Man......gr8 poem and an interesting poet.... Shaz :)

  1. Date: 2/8/2013 9:10:00 AM

    these are exceptional Dan,, you are indeed a poet, and having written these, many more may believe they are too, thank you...

  1. Date: 2/7/2013 9:59:00 PM

    Another splendid write, Dan. You're one of my favorite poets to read. Your lines are all so heartwarming and genuine. Keep it up! :) Always. Laura

  1. Date: 2/7/2013 11:58:00 AM

    grand expression by THE POET, enjoyed reading...

  1. Date: 2/7/2013 8:02:00 AM

    maybe we could go to poetry school together, lol, but seriously, you know you're good, uh-huh, you know it... :)

  1. Date: 2/7/2013 1:30:00 AM

    Hi Dan without doubt a poet, it is there for all to see, have a good day my friend, all the best Big O

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 4:25:00 PM

    Very refreshing Dan, A poet indeed my friend :)

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 4:07:00 PM

    You have a carefree vibe attached your pen. I'm digging the write and your signature : )...that poem you just read, I took your advice and just let it flow. Thanks for the visit and for sharing!

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 3:43:00 PM

    A poet's plight? Very well expressed, Dan... Terry

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 2:18:00 PM

    Hi Dan Great poem. Sometimes it is difficult to put into words exactly how you feel. but you have done a great job with this poem.

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 1:48:00 PM

    I do not call myself a "poet" - but I have the pleasure of writing - if I can make others happy with what I write, it is just nice. - You write very well Dan, and delight others with your poems .... keep it up. - oxox f.e.f. / / Anne-Lise :)

  1. Date: 2/6/2013 1:47:00 PM

    What hu!.. Dan, this man is all poet ... Anyways ~ maybe we are only an illusion of what we wanna be when it comes to expression... ... well thanks God for the soup... I love living in denial here... LOL... JK.... enjoyed your thoughts... PD