Reason A. Poteet Poet Free verse

Runaway Wagon

Writing is like a runaway wagon...
I start with a destination in mind,
suddenly, thoughts topside take charge.
As my piece is posted, I withdraw the reins.
What I wrote is misinterpreted at will
by a reader who takes off on his own.
And the upshot is: mission blitzed -
my little-read wagon is side-swiped. 

written: April 10, 2019

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Constance La France June 2, 2019 at 11:43 AM Reason, congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this wonderful write ~

Eve Roper May 31, 2019 at 4:37 PM Reason, congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve Reason A. Poteet June 1, 2019 at 10:51 AM And I thank you, Eve, for your part in helping me win Emile's contest. I couldn't have entered this piece without your help. In all seriousness, I appreciate your comment and generosity.

Caren Krutsinger April 11, 2019 at 12:20 AM This reasoning is sound, no pun on your name intended, my friend. Reason A. Poteet April 11, 2019 at 8:22 AM thank you, Caren, for the comment. The process happens more often with brevity forms (haiku, etc) but has occured in my experience with longer pieces too. Have a great day.