I Write
I write because I must
to give a voice to what is within
I keep this voice suppressed by
fear of judgement
I do not have the spoken words
theycomeoutinarush
awkward and limiting
only later do I realise how I could have expressed myself better
this way I can edit
thoughtfully
carefully
and allow my greater awareness
my wiser self
to choose the right words
for the right occasion
28th August 2022
I Write Because Poetry Contest
Sponsor Anoucheka Gangabissoon
Copyright © Julie Draper | Year Posted 2022
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