A Poem Is Dead

by Michael J Falotico


                                                  lifeless images..
                                      stretched across barren paper..
                                                  a poem is dead..
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Agtani Avatar
May 30, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Got it Michael, I have those moments when I have a dead thought. But a poet is a poet, compulsively wanting to express more and more! I have read some of your poems, I will look for you again. Nice meeting you here in poetry soup. Thank you for reading my poems. Dalila
Fraser Avatar
May 28, 2011 at 5:41 PM
I can see lifeless images, that appear before my eyes. Into this abyss of death, the wanting poet cries. For in their crest fallen tears, they find a poem is dead. To achieve what they have desired, and find it's all ready read. <*> This piece just captures my thoughts, that had already captured ~~~~ have a terrific weekend Michael......:)
Dietrich Avatar
May 27, 2011 at 9:22 PM
this is really NICE. And speaks volumes!
Dufresne Avatar
May 26, 2011 at 3:27 PM
very intriguing write Michael. Makes one dwell on it for a spell. very interesting. I like the imagery
Sweetheart Avatar
May 25, 2011 at 2:15 PM
Soup Mail Michael....luv..
Sweetheart Avatar
May 25, 2011 at 2:11 PM
wow.. intense expression Michael.. an interesting way to view our craft my friend.. Jersey Girl luving this too much ..
Gorelick Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 4:17 PM
barren?..at any rate..its great..I have many a dead poem to my credit...lol. love, BG
Devonshire Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 4:06 PM
Dear Michael, this is how I feel when I look at some of my poems that were written during times when things weren't going well. Beautifully expressed! I saw your comment on the blog for Karen's book and have a suggestion if you're seeking a publisher. Love, Carolyn
Mehta Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 3:28 PM
How true? Michael
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