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If it wasn't for poetry

I am nothing, I may not exist... maybe no one does there appears to be some rules that mean you get a speaking part but the words are scripted, so I stepped back I wished I could be happy speaking lines and coming in on cue but it felt too empty I became an accidental mixed media artist the beauty of turning gathered items into something ~ creations that connected then I took all my nothing and started turning it into something snippets of soul and emotion shaped into beautiful things If not for poetry I wouldn't know my unspoken words that don't fit the script could matter or belong in the world everything is temporary but I exist when my words take shape and connect

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 12/6/2023 7:30:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A lovely/feeling write. Have a wonderful day with your win...............

Di11y Da11y
Date: 12/6/2023 11:05:00 AM

Much appreciated Paula x

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/5/2023 10:04:00 AM

- Congratulations on your first place in the "If it wasn't for poetry" poetry contest, D.D. :) - Poetry soup the magical world of poems ... a journey through soul and heart :) - hugs

Di11y Da11y
Date: 12/5/2023 11:25:00 AM

Indeed, so interesting to read everyone's motivations. Thanks for your kind words x

Silent One

Date: 12/5/2023 8:24:00 AM

I am sure you would exist dear Dilly Dally... However, I can see how poetry has helped your... and its perfect for those unspoken word... Thank you for taking part in the contest and congratulations on your first place.

Silent One
Date: 12/5/2023 12:08:00 PM

Is it modern? Lol...its nice to showcase everyone and its the season to be jolly...la la la la

Di11y Da11y
Date: 12/5/2023 9:23:00 AM

Thanks SO - it was a nice poetry prompt which I enjoyed writing for. How very modern of you to declare everyone a winner.

Paul Willason

Date: 11/29/2023 4:45:00 AM

The soul waking to the poetry within....listened to and surfacing in your creations and in this poem DD. Has meaning and significance....enjoyed reading and reflecting on your words.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/29/2023 3:20:00 PM

Thanks Paul - you enjoyed this one twice, but I'm not complaining - glad you liked it :)

Valsa George

Date: 11/29/2023 3:41:00 AM

You are matter of fact and so true to your self ! I love the way you have viewed poetry. "I exist when my words take shape and connect". If poetry for you is existence, for us readers, your poems are true delight.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/29/2023 3:12:00 PM

Much appreciated Valsa, thank you

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 11/27/2023 5:38:00 PM

Your potential isn't snippets, it's an unending treasure as you continue these precious words into the future. Every poem teaches me a new avenue of discovery.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/29/2023 3:11:00 PM

Very much appreciated Hilda, I'm pleased you enjoy my poetry so much - thank you

Eve Roper

Date: 11/27/2023 4:07:00 PM

I like the line, "my words take shape and connect". Like a jig saw puzzle of life past and future actions. Nicely done, DD.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/29/2023 3:11:00 PM

Thank you Eve

Paul Willason

Date: 11/27/2023 4:38:00 AM

Profound poem DD, full of thought provoking comment and feeling. Good flow, appeals to the ear as well. Good one.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/27/2023 7:50:00 AM

Thanks Paul - it's remarkable how freeing it can be to get a bit of weirdness out in a poem and it go down well x

Daniel Turner

Date: 11/27/2023 2:46:00 AM

I like this one a lot, DD. I think you fit them together very well:)

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/27/2023 7:49:00 AM

I'm looking forward to seeing the final list for these - I'm sure they'll be really interesting x

Daisy Meadows

Date: 11/27/2023 2:34:00 AM

Brilliant poem, especially the 4th verse. Enjoyed reading this. Well done.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 11/27/2023 7:43:00 AM

Thank you Jeanette, much appreciated