Fear

Fear Slowly shadows devour the day's light The silhouette of fear draws breath From the soul left gasping - A firestorm of fury gathering. Original Poem: The Power of One 4-24-21 Sponsor: Gregory Barden Contest: Liberum Divisa 5

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/26/2021 11:03:00 PM

You encapsulated the theme. I expect this will do well. Thanks for your visit.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 4/26/2021 4:31:00 PM

Fear sucks everything out of you and gives you nothing, which is why one shouldn't give in to it. Your poem says it well, Sam. Nicely done! Evelyn

Jack Horne

Date: 4/25/2021 6:46:00 AM

very powerful indeed

Vijay Pandit

Date: 4/25/2021 5:44:00 AM

Much to gleam from these words of precision--so well written, Sam--evocative poetry.

Line Gauthier

Date: 4/24/2021 9:28:00 PM

I like it ~ powerful

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/24/2021 12:58:00 PM

Powerful and profound writing, my friend, Sam! Blessings.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 4/28/2021 2:13:00 PM

Thank you so much my dear friend! These lines are the first four from The Power of One that deals with my response to the pandemic. I was hoping they would have a powerful impact. Thank you for your affirmation! Blessings to you!

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 4/24/2021 10:52:00 AM

Hello Sam Kauffman, fire does cause a lot of fear for anyone. Enjoy your day my friend.