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Narrow Margin

I'm the part that exists
That you think nothing of,
A gap to keep neat your work.

I'm the part that exists
To remain clear, to be filled
On every single text filled page.

Consciously or not, I'm put in place.
And by so, I give you a chance
To note down something important.

I'm the part that exists,
That nearly gets a look.
A look inside your book...

You may say, "That was close"
Or, "This is small but it is
Our only opportunity!"

Or if time squeezes tight,
In anguish you fight
To meet a deadline set.

Seen and invisible,
Literal and metaphorical.
I am... 

I am the 
Narrow Margin.

Copyright © Natasha L Scragg | Year Posted 2024

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Edward Ibeh Date: 3/4/2024 9:06:00 AM Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest with this fantastic poem, Natasha:-) I loved it! Login to Reply Natasha L Scragg Date: 3/5/2024 7:00:00 AM Thanks Edward. Was an interesting theme for your contest. :-D

Christuraj Alex Date: 3/1/2024 8:22:00 PM "I'm the part that exists, That nearly gets a look. A look inside your book..." - Very beautifully written. Congratulations! Login to Reply Natasha L Scragg Date: 3/2/2024 9:21:00 AM Thank you :-D

Paula Goldsmith Date: 3/1/2024 8:51:00 AM Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Narrow Margin" write again. Have a great/blessed day with your win..................... Login to Reply Natasha L Scragg Date: 3/1/2024 1:17:00 PM Thank you Paula :-) Enjoy your day too x

Daniel Henry Rodgers Date: 2/12/2024 6:15:00 PM Dear Natasha, your really capture the often overlooked yet vital role of the narrow margin. Your words display a significance within the seemingly mundane, highlighting its function as a space for important notes and reflections. The metaphorical depth you bring to the concept will touch readers, showing the delicate balance between seen and invisible elements in our lives. Your poem eloquently celebrates the narrow margin as both literal and metaphorical, inviting contemplation and appreciation for the spaces that shape our existence. Good Luck and Blessings, Daniel Login to Reply Natasha L Scragg Date: 2/13/2024 3:49:00 AM Wow thanks so much for your encouragement. You've seen what I hoped readers would see! It inspires confidence to know that this is being achieved. As one poet to another the aim is to help others to see or feel the message we wish to present. So thank you again. Very best wishes :-D

Paula Goldsmith Date: 2/12/2024 9:55:00 AM I enjoyed reading your "Narrow Margin" a wonderful write. "Good Luck" Have a blessed day writing away.......................... Login to Reply Natasha L Scragg Date: 2/12/2024 2:06:00 PM Thanks Paula. Look forward to seeing how our fellow Soupers pen to this challenge:-D