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Poem written for and submitted to "Perhaps A Poem" poetry contest, John Lawless, sponsor, September 16, 2025

 

PERHAPS, A POEM

PERHAPS, A POEM 
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Pondering in silence before the ink descends
Outward expressions of creative soul
Evocative whispers on pages reside 
Monument to human condition chiseled with words, line by line

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RGH Poetry Date: 9/15/2025 9:31:00 PM Describes brilliantly the artistry of being a poem and why we cannot put the pen down. Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/16/2025 3:25:00 AM thanks for your insightful comments, Ryan. Enjoy your day

Line Gauthier Date: 9/15/2025 2:51:00 PM Well crafted, Sara ~ Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 6:07:00 PM many thanks...have a splendid evening, Sara

Gershon Wolf Date: 9/14/2025 7:41:00 PM 'Monument chiseled with words. I like that. ~ Monty Rushmore Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 3:45:00 AM Thank you, Monty. grateful for your visit and your wit.

Rowena Velasco Date: 9/14/2025 6:59:00 PM Beautifully captures the quiet power of writing—how thoughts and emotions take shape on the page. Keep honoring your creative voice; it resonates deeply. Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 3:47:00 AM thank you, dear Rowena, for your complimentary words and encouragment. They mean a great deal to me. Have a pleasant day

David Crandall Date: 9/14/2025 6:15:00 PM Great poem, you never know what will come out when you ponder, before the ink descends! Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 3:46:00 AM well said, David...one never knows. thanks for your kind words. enjoy your day, Sara

Yann Rolland Date: 9/14/2025 5:45:00 PM enjoyed, this is nice and creative Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 9/15/2025 3:46:00 AM awww, thank you Yann. Grateful for your visit and kind words.