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For Perhaps, A Poem Poetry Contest of John Lawless

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Perhaps, a Poem

I watch sun slide into the sea and leave the sky behind.
Perhaps, a poem will beautifully slip into my mind.

A fierce storm and then an arc gleams above the glen.
Perhaps, a poem of peacefulness pours forth from my pen.

I thrill to spy a group of deer that from a brooklet drink.
Perhaps, a poem then flows onto a blank page from my ink.

Emotions, whether good or bad, can flood me like hard rain.
Perhaps, a poem spontaneously springs into my brain.

News of human degradation and of deprivation -
Perhaps, a poem soon takes shape and shouts my indignation.

The sight, sound, touch and scent of one that I hold dear -
Perhaps, a poem of tender love will magically appear.

Reflections, recollections, things I believe are true:
Perhaps, a poem from my soul informs or inspires you.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 9/18/2025 10:12:00 PM
Wonderful rhymes. Nice imagery. It rings of truth. Enjoyed. Powerful pen.
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Date: 9/18/2025 6:37:00 PM
Gorgeous!!! I love " Emotions, whether good or bad, can flood me like hard rain. Perhaps, a poem spontaneously springs into my brain." :)
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Date: 9/18/2025 3:23:00 PM
Beautiful and full of so much feeling. I like the rhyme. I especially like the first couplet, and the ending where you reach out to me.
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Date: 9/18/2025 1:59:00 PM
Your "Perhaps, a Poem" is a lovely write. Great Last Line and they do... "Good Luck" We both did this one. Have a fun day writing away..........
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