Doubt

Each line typed with care Two years of life spent examining rearranging, scrutinizing Every word measured for its merit Each comma removed replaced removed again Untill the image no longer appears on the key With each reading excitement soars Then doubt Fear of friends laughing at the foolishness Fear of another stack of rejections Fear of strangers saying you're not good enough not what we want Not what anyone wants Yet another tormented sleep Yet another manuscript lying dead in the trash can

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Kim Merryman

Date: 8/10/2023 5:11:00 PM

I think all writers can relate to this at one time or another. It's not easy being rejected. Very moving, Jerry! Blessings, Kim M

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/11/2023 1:14:00 PM

Very true, Kim. I went the self-publishing route. After 4 books and selling about 100 copies to my family and friend, I found it's simpler to just give away poems on social media.

Deb M

Date: 8/9/2023 4:31:00 PM

Been there done that Jerry! well stated and very relatable poem….Debx

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/9/2023 5:00:00 PM

I'm pretty sure we all have at some time. I think anyone who says they have never been rejected hasn't been trying.

Yann Rolland

Date: 8/9/2023 2:13:00 PM

writers have many doubts, and fears, this is part of the job ???,. i could meditate a long time with your deep poem, thanks for sharing yann

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/9/2023 4:58:00 PM

Thanks for reading. I think poetry is one of the hardest genres to break into.

Tom Woody

Date: 8/9/2023 1:42:00 PM

I can relate. I wrote a children's book and would love to find a traditional publisher willing to take a chance

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/9/2023 4:56:00 PM

Never give up, there is someone out there that will find it perfect for their needs. Good luck my friend.