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Hi, It's Me

For the story
I would ruin it—
just to write it.

I'd be ruthless,
less private, shape up 
my front porch,
sharpen these claws 
on concrete 
images—
metaphorically speaking
imagine 
how to re-frame
bad guys,
wrench in a plot twist,
unmask villains' masquerading
makeup—
maybe even 
find 
myself.

Copyright © Jaymee Thomas | Year Posted 2025

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thriveni c mysore Date: 7/2/2025 7:20:00 PM I love 'ruthless', they are precious 'grounding stones' of humanity. Interesting write dear poet. cheers!!! Login to Reply

Susan Ashley Date: 6/30/2025 5:40:00 AM Dear Jaymee, this is a clever reveal.. “how to re-frame the bad guys” - so true! I adore the rapier imagery and the impactful last line. Your first three lines sets up a compact package of expansive poetry perfectly. Congratulations for your success in Suzette’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Login to Reply Susan Ashley Date: 7/4/2025 9:09:00 AM I adore your awesome response to my comments. I feel the same way about how you get my poetry too.. the elation is wonderful. You made me laugh with "I feel a kindred spirit and I don't hate it." Kindred spirits we are and we like it.. I think... :)! Have a happy 4th, my wonderful poet friend.. Jaymee Thomas Date: 7/1/2025 8:42:00 PM Like....the WHOLE day, Susan xD Jaymee Thomas Date: 7/1/2025 8:41:00 PM I should say I'm also taken by you picking up all of my metaphors and easter eggs--it's honestly so thrilling when someone gets it. I am being entirely serious. It makes my whole day. Jaymee Thomas Date: 7/1/2025 8:38:00 PM Oh, Susan, if I could rewrite/reframe all the bad guys...what a world lol. I'm so taken by your use of metaphor and language, even in your comments (swoon). I feel a kindred spirit and I don't hate it. I hope you are well :)