Edward Ibeh Poet Free verse

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Neglect

Long-time neglect morphs into degradation

     A sad sight of a deserted dwelling; a burning eyesore

  Tantamount to sown seeds of dreams forgetting to sprout

              Unharvested fruits withering on the vine

              Undreamt dreams rusting like wet metal

           A sanctuary with no one seeking refuge there

     A garden without a gardener to tend it; growing weeds,

             all the planted seeds staying buried in the soil




Free Verse Or Rhyme Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Eve Roper  (Winner: 2nd Place)
Date written and submitted: 09/04/2019
Photo used: 3

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Eve Roper September 11, 2019 at 3:48 PM Edward, congratulations on your win … thank you so much for participating in my contest. Hugs Eve Edward Ibeh September 11, 2019 at 4:54 PM Thank you so much for my placement, Eve:-) I'm so honored.

Anne-Lise Andresen September 9, 2019 at 12:51 PM - A wonderful description of this picture, Edward :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Edward Ibeh September 9, 2019 at 11:15 PM Thank you, Anne-Lise:-)

CayCay Godwin September 8, 2019 at 2:48 AM A place of potential given up on - large stores laying empty/closed while new ones are being built and the homeless need homes. The trash I see everywhere that breaks my heart is like emphasis points to your emotive imagery. Keep speaking, keep writing - we cannot waste valuable space, or any other resources. All the best ... CayCay Edward Ibeh September 8, 2019 at 6:43 AM Thank you for your lovely visit, comments, and words of encouragement, CayCay!:-) Have a blessed Sunday!

Connie Marcum Wong September 7, 2019 at 8:34 PM This is excellent Edward! You have set the bar pretty high. I think I better rework mine. xxoo Edward Ibeh September 8, 2019 at 1:04 AM Thank you, Connie!:-)