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poem submitted to “Metaphor Cup” poetry contest, Christopher Delegans, sponsor, March 29, 2026.

INTERVIEW WITH LADY METAPHOR

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Prof: Welcome, Lady Metaphor—thank you for joining my podcast today.   
Lady M: Sorry, I arrived early; I have a tendency to appear unannounced.  Ask me what you like.

Prof: You haunt our sentences—where do you live?  
Lady M: In the space between is and is like. 

Prof: Your favorite hiding spot?  
Lady M: Behind as if, inside a liar’s pause.  

Prof: Some say you’re overused.  
Lady M: So is oxygen. Try living without me.  

Prof: Any advice for new poets?  
Lady M:Don’t chase me. Stand still. I’ll find you.

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Christopher Delegans April 6, 2026 at 7:56 PM Wow, Sara! Finding out this is your poem after the fact is really cool. I am so impressed with the creativity you used for this. Very unique approach. Thank you for entering my contest and sharing such a great poem!

Terry Miller April 3, 2026 at 12:54 AM Wonderful, congratulations sara Etgen-Baker April 3, 2026 at 4:39 PM thank you for visiting and for commenting, SAra

Line Gauthier March 29, 2026 at 10:55 AM delightful ~ fresh presentation sara Etgen-Baker April 3, 2026 at 4:39 PM awww, thanks!

Paula Goldsmith March 29, 2026 at 9:06 AM What a creative write. I enjoyed reading. Good Picture... Have a great day/week writing away............ sara Etgen-Baker April 3, 2026 at 4:39 PM thanks sweet Paula. Enjoy your Easter weekend, blessings, Sara