Line Gauthier Poet Free verse

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I stand accused of being a mouse

I hide behind my shell 
and don't say boo
until i loosen up and can be me.

What helps chisel off the edges
and round those prickly corners 
that keep me guarded?

The secret is a simple glass of cabernet.



AP: Honorable Mention 2025

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Andrea Dietrich February 23, 2025 at 11:49 AM The title drew me to this one. I can relate to this feeling and also to sometimes conquering it. Thanks for my recent contest win. Line Gauthier February 23, 2025 at 5:26 PM lol ~ thanks Andrea.

Gershon Wolf February 18, 2025 at 8:43 PM Now I know what to bring you, my friend! lol. ~ KIS (Keep it Simple) Line Gauthier February 23, 2025 at 5:27 PM Ah ~ it's never been a secret ~ lol