A Monument

Holding the pencil 
In my hand 
I tighten it 
And lift in over my head 
Towards heaven
With love and anger in my heart

I thrust it downward
Lead first 
Into the earth
Until it stands free
One with the earth 
A monument
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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April 6, 2013 at 8:23 AM
WOW-- Intense, but exceptional write-- a 'pencil' comparitive is unique and clever. I have to ask-- is this frustration at writing, or just a display of emotion? Welcome to P/Soup.
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