If Poets Unite

Oh, that i alone
can but stir the spoon
of discontent and create
a mere ripple upon this earth,
while so many of us likewise
with words to merge,
can form a tidal expression
that ebbs to and fro,
perpetually.

 © Harry J Horsman 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Flaherty Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 1:43 PM
My favorite line Harry Not so much a mere ripple upon this earth This poem effortlessly ebbs and flows I for 1 stand united and stood beside you
Lawrence Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 8:15 AM
Harry, ..... I choose to unite and create an undying flow of positive change for the humans and all of creatures of the world. Heart forward. Beautiful poem. Susan
Proxenos Avatar
January 15, 2021 at 8:43 AM
I can almost imagine the amazing result, poets with their sensivity, gentlness and creatvity if united, could help this planet and quell much animosity and greed. Many a poet and writer even painters have died poor and their works become famous maybe centuries later, so perhaps we can bring a united front and calm troubled waters whilst still alive. Wonderful poem with such depth. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Faulkner Avatar
January 13, 2021 at 1:47 PM
Yes, when words merge, and rivers of ink flow into the literary ocean, we can together create so much more!
Edmonds  Avatar
January 13, 2021 at 1:12 AM
A wonderful thought Harry, worldwide efforts of poets united to calm the storm that’s viciously blighted... Belle
Crabtree Avatar
January 10, 2021 at 3:28 PM
I totally agree, harry. Great poem :)
Devonshire Avatar
January 10, 2021 at 1:35 PM
This is beautifully penned and quite compelling, Harry! I like to think that sensitive people like poets can help us unite. Thanks for sharing this gem. Hugs, Carolyn
Ball Avatar
January 10, 2021 at 8:01 AM
The pen is mightier than the sword. I guess that's why they try to get rid of those who speak out. Good stuff here. God Bless, JB
George   Avatar
January 10, 2021 at 4:28 AM
We poets , with our words hold the power to change the world as you have expressed so beautiful with your words, Harry.
Rose  Avatar
January 9, 2021 at 4:21 AM
I will join your tidal wave of good and peace, swim in the waters of hope with you, we can do this Harry, we can. Have a blessed day, stay healthy.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 8, 2021 at 7:04 AM
Well said! Our words are important!
Cunningham Avatar
January 7, 2021 at 4:31 PM
Love this Harry, it sounds like our soup bowl each of us stirring our words into the mix. Tom
Dietrich Avatar
January 7, 2021 at 4:03 PM
VERY good, harry and a very important message!
Buhagiar Avatar
January 7, 2021 at 1:56 AM
Unfortunately we are far apart. Poets don't read each other as they should. ~~
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