Persevere

I've been trying to write a poem
Just to exercise my mind.
But it seems to take forever
Just to think up a couple of lines.

I find it so irritating
That I've wasted some much time
But in the end its been well worth it
Especially when the words all rhyme.

A Brian Strand Rime Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Edmonds  Avatar
March 1, 2022 at 2:15 PM
It’s always worth the time it takes to put a poem together brother John and this one of yours is proof of that. Congratulations on your win in Brian’s contest… Sis Belle
Romaine Avatar
February 23, 2022 at 7:51 AM
Dear John, congratulations on your win in the contest with this insightful poem. Don't let your age fool you, with writing this smooth, your brain is working just fine. Be Blessed, Neva
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February 24, 2022 at 4:31 AM
Thank you dearest Neva for your kind words. God Bless.
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 21, 2022 at 4:39 PM
Hello John Read, yes ut does take time to create a poem. But when you do, the pen flows easily across the page. Enjoy your day my friend,
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 22, 2022 at 7:10 AM
Hello John, Ijust had a birthday on Saturday. I do not feel any different. Age is just a number. if you do not like your numberturn it around. A Poetesstold this. Enjoy your day my friend.
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February 22, 2022 at 4:05 AM
Maybe its my age Darlene,those old brain marbles don't work so well now days.
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