Deanna Dilley Poet Free verse

A Blank Sheet of Paper

A Blank Sheet of Paper
A blank sheet of paper
lies on the table.
It's a reminder
of a life uncertain.
As I take a seat, 
I can't find a thing to write.

A blank sheet of paper
appears in my notebook.
It's a reminder of what we once had.
As I look back, 
I don't know what to write.

A blank sheet of paper
is placed in front of me.
It's a reminder
of what we soon will have.
As I think of you, 
the paper will soon be filled.

A blank sheet of paper
sat on the table.
It was a reminder
of what we had together.
As I remember you, 
I find plenty to write.

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Richard Lamoureux April 28, 2018 at 8:53 AM I like and can relate to this piece. Thanks for your visit.

Poet Destroyer A May 13, 2016 at 11:22 PM deanna, Fantastic writing, glad to read your poem tonight. Forever ~LINDA~

Skat A May 12, 2016 at 9:49 AM Deanna, creative and well done. Thank you for sharing. **SKAT**

Carol Eastman April 2, 2015 at 10:17 AM A great write. Why are there no more poems here after 2012? I don't believe you've given up writing? Carol Eastman April 16, 2015 at 7:54 AM What's VoicesNet? Deanna Dilley April 15, 2015 at 7:29 PM Thanks Carol. I still write, when I have time. I only use PoetrySoup occassionally. Most of my poetry and a couple short stories are posted on VoicesNet.

Deanna Dilley December 2, 2013 at 5:26 PM Thank you Vicky.

Vicky Tsiluma November 10, 2012 at 5:02 AM Beautifully penned Deanna! I love how you've used 'a blank sheet of paper' to symbolize the journey that life can become. It reminds us that the future has not yet been set and it is up to us to write it. Keep writing! You do it well.

Deanna Dilley October 30, 2012 at 9:14 PM Thanks Deeana and Anne. A little about myself. I'm a 33 year old born with multiple disabilities. I've been writing non-stop since I was 12. At 22 or so, I started working on a poetry book for and about people with various disabilities. Some of them are about me or based on friends. Most other poems are pure fiction. The internet has helped me express myself so much and get my name out there. Though I have not published a book, I'm sure it will happen some day. I also love reading feedback. DCD Deeana Valencia October 31, 2012 at 10:55 PM I think you write beautifully and you will get your book published as long as you believe in yourself. The world needs to hear your words. I look forward to more of your work.

Deeana Valencia October 30, 2012 at 3:48 PM I too have felt this way. I see we have more than just our names in common. Keep on writting!

Anne-Lise Andresen October 30, 2012 at 2:23 PM Very well written, Deanna - Welcome to P-Soup. - - oxox always / / Anne -Lise :)