A Bunch of Words

A poem is just a bunch of words 
Unless somebody reads it
And, like a plant, will droop and fade
If there's no one to feed it.

It doesn't need a lot of care
To help with its survival,
Just someone to acknowledge it
And welcome its arrival.

A quick perusal will suffice 
Though surely there's no onus,
But if more readers get on board, 
Of course, that is a bonus.

The poet writes because she must
And plants her words, not knowing
If they will wither on the vine 
Or maybe keep on growing.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Rigoler Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 4:27 AM
What I admire (even envy) most about your writing, Ilene, is your gift for saying the profound with simple language! I strive for same but it's a struggle to get the results. / M
Johnson Avatar
August 23, 2019 at 5:59 PM
See ilene, this is what the public deserves. You should be read beyond this little group of admirers here on soup. Pure gold. <3 :)
Wolf Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 7:39 PM
I can only echo John Lawless' wonderful comment below. You really nailed this one! :) gw
Lawless Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 3:16 PM
OH, Irene, put a ribbon on this one and water it every day....nicely done...love the final stanza
Merryman Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 2:13 PM
Great message, Ilene! I really enjoy your poetry. Blessings, Kim
Amadore Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 1:28 PM
Indeed, yes....how many poetic gems, I wonder, have "withered on the vine" and disappeared for lack of a reader and how many poets/writers of eternal songs have disappeared because they had no audience? This is an appropriate and timely observation that deserves its own readership/recognition....Good job! (And artfully stated, as always!)
Allison Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 11:39 AM
What a wonderful thought Ilene, a poem we can all relate to, am adding this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx
Green Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 11:12 AM
I say let's keep this one growing. Loved this Ilene.
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