Illiterate

I feel that I am illiterate
At times I can’t get my words to fit
Am I stupid
A lost eyelid
Tired, I don’t think my mind can make it

Russell Sivey
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Andresen Avatar
September 27, 2017 at 2:03 AM
- Let your mind rest ... you have too much to think about - Best wishes and hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Kendrick Avatar
September 26, 2017 at 2:21 PM
Time to rest and let the mind take over in your sleep..Thanks for dropping by..Sara
Dietrich Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 8:16 PM
Funny, Russell. I loved how you rhymed those first two lines.
Warrior Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 10:05 AM
Join the club, my friend, lol...if you only knew my story...uhh boy lol...great piece Russell...stay well my friend...^WW^
Pigeon Tart Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 9:14 AM
A potent little pen, like Heidi said. Write on dear poet xomo!
Sands Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 9:02 AM
I know that feeling from having concussions before. Well done Russell ! :)
Ellison Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 7:23 AM
PROUD!!! You betcha! You are becoming a convert!!!
Pandit Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 7:10 AM
A glimpse of blank enters all lives--you have captured such a moment well!
Allison Avatar
September 25, 2017 at 6:44 AM
I can relate lol:-) hugs jan xx
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