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Collecting Words

Collecting Words A first poem by Dr. Karen Lynn Ellefsen I had been collecting words long before I knew how to read them To use them But love them none the less At one time I collected words like cleaning products Collected but not used Dusty yet not forgotten Hidden but not to me Locked away with a key I could not find Once found and then opened Never to be locked again I do not know when it began First the cleaning than the words The journey led to poems No rules No restrictions No laws to obey Such abandon I wish I learned, I wish I knew, long ago Long before the sun generously kissed my skin Why would we all not be poets With such freedom Such bliss Such decadence The wait is now over The words move from the collection to the page They no longer carry dust They move They speak They live Maybe THIS is the witness to my life Words on the page speak of the life of this… …The life of this woman who found the key The key was a compass To lead her back to herself Where she was never missing This woman found but never lost Leaves a gift for you upon this page Your key Your compass Your self

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Moon Flower

Date: 5/27/2016 1:36:00 AM

That's the way to go! Congrats on your first entry and welcome to Poetry Soup, Dr. Karan. :)

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 5/26/2016 10:36:00 PM

Dr Karen, , Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@"

Tim Smith

Date: 5/26/2016 7:52:00 PM

A fabulous poem Karen. I am also moved by words. Rearrange as you please in order to speak to me. Welcome...

Skat A

Date: 5/26/2016 6:11:00 PM

Dr Karen, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :) Drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs* NR--- SKAT *

Dr. Karen Lynn Ellefsen
Date: 5/26/2016 7:10:00 PM

So kind, Skat, thanks. First poem posting is scary so appreciate the response. Karen

Pam Deremer

Date: 5/26/2016 4:42:00 PM

I really enjoyed your poem.

Dr. Karen Lynn Ellefsen
Date: 5/26/2016 7:12:00 PM

Thanks, Pam. Look forward to reading yours as well. K