Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

A Poet's Duty

A poet’s duty’s to herself,
To translate what she’s thinking
From random gut reactions
Into words that merit inking.

Her purpose doesn’t thus depend
On anyone’s opinion
For on the page, her choices form
The core of her dominion.

She is the queen of all she writes
And bows to no one’s censure.
Her pencil leads to paths where others
Might not choose to venture.

Some poets crave renown and hope
The whole world will be smitten,
But I have done my duty when
I like the words I’ve written.

October 13, 2020
for the contest of Beth Evans

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John Hamilton November 7, 2020 at 1:06 PM So well written Ilene, I think the first time reading you, if this was for a contest no doubt this did well! I too like what you've written!

Maurice Rigoler October 26, 2020 at 6:57 AM I couldn't agree more with your wise and courageous words, Ilene! Now if only I could put your words into practice to the extent you have. Do your family and friends realize the gift they have in you? I agree with John Watt: to thine own self be true. Many thanks for the stop by. / Maurice

Gershon Wolf October 20, 2020 at 7:16 PM I like the words you've written too, ilene! Congrats on your placement in Beth's contest! Cheers, Gershon

Caren Krutsinger October 17, 2020 at 5:41 PM This is why I write because I have a desire to share my ideas, concerns and truths.

John Watt October 16, 2020 at 12:56 AM This merits a 1st place win from me, for what it's worth. I'm glad to see you entering Beth's contest and will be pulling for you to score big. You get right to the core of the poet's duty - to thine own self be true. Beautiful, a fave. ~ John

Rico Leffanta October 14, 2020 at 11:28 AM Your command of the language does set you apart as it always reads "natural"! Well done! Aloha! Rico

Silent One October 14, 2020 at 7:06 AM You did this very well and i agree with your sentiments...

Beryl Edmonds October 13, 2020 at 4:57 PM I very much like the words you’ve written Ilene. “It’s when yourself you have impressed, that you know you’ve written poetry at it's best.” Good luck, Belle

Laura Leiser October 13, 2020 at 3:06 PM Very nicely penned, Ilene. You are always so excellent at flow and rhythm..you have a true poet’s ear! I agree with your poetic philosophy, as well. Good luck in the contest! :)

Jan Allison October 13, 2020 at 2:40 PM Your duty has been done with this lovely rhyme and there are many of us who adore your every line Ilene, your poetry is a joy to read and gives so much pleasure to your poetry pals:-) hugs jan xx