Hold That Thought

A writer should never yield
Too readily
To the itch of authorship,
And should hold
In check
The urgent wish,
Desire,
Proclivity
To put on public display
His private pleasures
Or indiscretions.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Bauer Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 12:16 PM
ha! good advice, jim!
Slaughter Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 2:27 PM
Or at least try to make them appear not so autobiographical.
Lawless Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 10:23 AM
Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain......
Slaughter Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 10:40 AM
Indeed! Thanks, John.
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