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Poetry Saved My Life

Almost became a victim of the streets of NYC Then. I bought a guppy In a pet store that I passed by Regaining my sense I made it back home Reading poetry can be the most wonderful drug Safer than music or prose So you people out there in the dark Pick up you pens once more You may save someone's life

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Anne Rutherford

Date: 2/21/2012 8:56:00 AM

Matthew, I too think poetry can help save or keep you sane .I'm on soup just reading as I go through this most difficult time in my life.There are a few poets who have helped me with their poems and messages. For which I am truly grateful. Anne

Chrysanthemum Flower

Date: 2/20/2012 11:50:00 AM

Whoa!! This poem is amazing!

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 2/13/2012 9:36:00 AM

Awesome write Matthew, poetry help to heal us whether we are writing or reading it.

Amit Valmiki

Date: 2/8/2012 2:16:00 AM

haha! Great.....well that was like promoting the poets profession. great poem,love Amit.

James Marshall Goff

Date: 11/29/2011 2:14:00 PM

Matthew, thanks for your comments...to answer your question re: my poem (about both my daughters!) "top of the world" what did 3rd. line..."blinding your advance" mean....jus' sayin' their energy is so bright it "FLASH-BANGS" every path they take!! .....I love this write! and believe it myself! good on yer, mate! jimbo

Caroline Cécile Delacroix

Date: 11/20/2011 7:32:00 PM

I hear you, Matthew! Good advice. Poetry is definitely good for the soul. :) Thanks for sharing. Caroline.

Matthew Anish
Date: 11/29/2011 3:51:00 PM

Yes -and so is tea and sympathy. Peace Matthew Anish

Judy Ball

Date: 11/19/2011 1:48:00 PM

What a nice thing to write about. I think having that sweet puppy probably helped too right. Good job my friend. God Bless, JB

Shannon Deane

Date: 11/18/2011 4:48:00 PM

Hiya Matthew, thanks for dropping by...this title stuck out and thought was great...I watch my sunrise and sunset in Canada...luv shannon

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 11/12/2011 11:39:00 PM

hi MATT, A GUPPY.. WHY NOT A PUPPY? Well i wish i stuck to my poetry in my dark years... or maybe this is my dark years... well either way..i love your poem,, and i'm glad your life and poetry are meant,,.. Enjoyed your poem~ Thank you for sharing. Have yourself a wonderful night.. Take care ;-) ..LINDA