Counterweight

Poetry can be like prospective recovery

	unveiling rising feeling when time allows

		It sows a seed that wants to germinate

A reader a receptacle for hidden meaning

	for a pod casting shadows over uncertainty

		of mind soul spirit in a world of hardship

Mind you it may be fun to read as well

	and yet an obsession with science

		rules and regulations falls short of joy

A global and material world self-pleasing

	in mislead rationale calls for a clear antithesis

		to uncover the full potential of true humanity

When I myself read other’s nascent script

	I’m blessed with food for thought and beauty

		and reap the harvest of their blooming context

All of a sudden I am not alone with my many

	imperfections and ready for the balance of

		crude demands with art and self-expression

A place and measure so difficult to understand

	unfolds in comprehension through the lens

		of contingent fledgling aspirations’ picture

Sharing is caring and receiving is love

	the compassion of poetry brings us closer

		to what matters most and that is kindness
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace