A Brilliant Genius

A genius
Glory to be found
Sweet, smart one
Up above
However, great as it seems
Insanity looms

Entrant into Nancy Jones’ “Fine Line” contest

Form: Shadorma...3/5/3/3/7/5
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Wesley Avatar
December 5, 2011 at 8:44 PM
Are poets in the genius cartegory or are we mad? Either way, I think we are somewhat different!
Johnson Avatar
September 30, 2011 at 12:25 AM
i agree at least with thee, the line is finer still, between the great philantropist, and the bloody murderer's will...
Sweetheart Avatar
September 26, 2011 at 11:36 AM
perfect portrait of the genius complex Russell..good luck in the contest luv.. even brains has its flaws sometimes..oh..
Zzzzz Avatar
September 26, 2011 at 6:32 AM
Well stated. Genius is sometimes but one hairsbreadth away from insanity. Thanks for visiting my site today.
Kendrick Avatar
September 25, 2011 at 7:36 PM
Great contrast in this one..Enjoyed your work that reads like winning material..Thanks for stopping by, reading and leaving the encouraging review and advice..Sara
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