Notes About The Poem

30 April 2026
For WHAT'S WITH THE BOX Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Nette Onclaud

Hidden Shoebox

A shoebox tucked beneath my bed.
For my eyes only, the things unsaid.
I keep them close, yet out of sight,
Too tender to be seen in board daylight.

What might have been lies folded within.
Pressed flat to fit the coffin they’re in.
Old hopes and regrets long since dead,
Lie whispering laments under the bed.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Reese Avatar
April 30, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Very nicely done for the contest I hope you place well I think looking at the styles you mostly write in you have a vast reservoir of untaped potential
Anderson Avatar
April 30, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Thanks very much for the feedback. Great to hear from you. Cheers John
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