IF IT WASNT FOR POETRY

IF IT WASN’T FOR POETRY

If it wasn’t for poetry, I’d be free
Not a reluctant slave to my muse
Yet with just one occasional verse
The universe suddenly is focussed
Words that singly lacked meaning
Can combine and multiply emotion
Such that it made one draw breath
Seeing a glimpse of something real
That would not otherwise be born
Nor inspire some unknown reader
Perhaps even unaware of the craft
With a link across time and space
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Andresen Avatar
December 5, 2023 at 9:50 AM
- Congratulations on your first place in the "If it wasn't for poetry" poetry contest, Howard :) - Poetry soup the magical world of poems ... a journey through soul and heart :) - hugs
One Avatar
December 5, 2023 at 8:47 AM
its great being a slave to the muse.. Thank you for taking part in the contest and congratulations on your first place.
Roper Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 4:22 PM
Well said, Howard. Good luck in Silent One's contest.
Turner Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:23 AM
all facts, Howard. Nicely penned:)
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