Poet Or Not

I write a lot of poetry, I couldn't enjoy it more.
Sometimes it's really easy, other times it's quite a chore.

To call myself a poet, I'm not even gonna try,
When compared to other soupers, I don't even qualify!

Oh, I've written several poems, in which I felt inspired,
but all-in-all most of the time, I left a lot to be desired!

My talent - if I call it that, has many limitations!
But to my surprise, most of the time, I receive congratulations!

I get feeling that I'm doing good, I'm thinking I'm a poet!
Then after reading other soupers stuff, I don't come close, I know it!

However, I'm not gonna quit, I find it fun to do.
Could I be called a poet?  Folks, I'll leave that up to you!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Fry Avatar
May 3, 2010 at 10:29 PM
You are a great poet and I have read every one of your poems just like you have read everyone of mine.
Kendrick Avatar
April 19, 2010 at 12:11 PM
Great write....Good rhyme and rhythm..Keep the creative pen flowing.Sara
Sweetheart Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 1:56 PM
Great tag poem Ralph and glad to see the tag is still alive and doing well still circulating.. I was tagged early on... and U are indeed a wonderful poet... just keep penning these wonderful pieces... why not enter my "Shining Star" contest today? nice challenge and u have several people in your life who deserve a "star"...luv.. "Sweetheart"
Gorelick Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 10:06 AM
Great response..Dont ever quit..this flows beautifully..thats a big hurdle for me. BG
Belt Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 10:03 AM
Good one Ralph.......Larry
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April 14, 2010 at 10:02 AM
You forgot the part that you are a awesome Poet. I have read your poetry it is good enough to call you a Poet. I just do not comment on the ones who do not appreciate. This is a good flow. Can't wait to read R. Hinshaw .
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