Greg Gaul Poet Sonnet

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Battle In the Id

In I'd slide, then slid, into the id.
Inside, the thorny thicket ten feet high
buried behind my mind, where it has hid
arising around me, no way to get by.

In the throes of the hedgerow, the ego goes
a word warrior of literate gore.
Sits there, a moaning monster, as it grows
each foe that is fought, it brings on one more.

The volley of verses is too insane.
Self survives, then thrives as ego contrives
why is there no reason one can explain
to take on all comers, ending their cries.

That battle that we wage and want to win
if you do, you have slayed the you within.

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Paula Goldsmith August 22, 2022 at 3:02 PM Back with Congratulations on your New win. A wonderful write. Have a Blessed day as you write away..................... Greg Gaul August 24, 2022 at 12:36 PM I think, Paula, that you must've won the battle. Kudos.

Susan Ashley December 30, 2021 at 7:26 PM Dear Greg, your Sonnet is cleverly composed and your last line is a grand finale to a thought provoking piece full of wonderful, spirited internal rhythms.. which I love, love, love!! I especially enjoyed the rhyme pair; contrives/cries. Congratulations for your excellent win in William’s contest. Warmest wishes for a happy new year filled with light, love and inspiration.. ~Susan Greg Gaul December 31, 2021 at 3:00 PM Susan, your insights, nothing is missed by you. That is why your work is so tight, well done. Such a pleasure to have a poet like you to visit. An honor really.

Paula Goldsmith December 30, 2021 at 7:06 AM Congratulations on your win with your "Battle In The Id" write. The mind is very powerful. It was the first computer made. Have a Blessed day and New Year 2022..................... Greg Gaul December 30, 2021 at 1:18 PM Thankfully I am programmed to appreciate your kindness (first computer comment). Glad you liked visiting the id. Your visits are terrific.

Juliet Ligon July 9, 2021 at 6:58 PM Your internal rhymes are awesome. This one's got my mind spinning. Greg Gaul July 9, 2021 at 7:41 PM I'm confused too. At least, that's two us. Seriously, thanks for your visit.

Sam Kauffman June 24, 2021 at 9:52 AM Back with congratulations for you and your "id" with this win! Wonderfully written. Greg Gaul June 24, 2021 at 6:32 PM Sam, you're support is invaluable. The one thing you never really know is if your work is actually any good. National competitions help but only time will tell. So thanks again.

Christuraj Alex June 24, 2021 at 12:56 AM Congratulations! Greg Gaul June 24, 2021 at 5:27 AM Your visit and comment delight me.

Laura Leiser June 22, 2021 at 4:04 PM Wow, this is so clever and deep at the same time, Greg! It’s a poem that one can contemplate and take in its many meanings…excellent! :) Greg Gaul June 22, 2021 at 6:29 PM Laura, your comments are so intelligent and insightful. Thank you so much.

Sam Kauffman June 22, 2021 at 1:51 PM "That battle that we wage" is a perfect summary of the battle of the writer with his or her subject! Well done Greg - wonderfully articulated. I can relate! Thanks for sharing this gem of your creativity! Hope all is well. Greg Gaul June 22, 2021 at 6:31 PM Sam, such an interesting take on this poem. Your interpretation is quite insightful. Thank you very much for your comment and visit.

John Anderson June 22, 2021 at 1:12 PM Well done. I love this poem on a challenging topic. The first line is especially fine. In I'd slide, then slid, into the id Greg Gaul June 22, 2021 at 6:34 PM John, your poetic sensibilities are so appreciated. Thank you for your input and commentary.