kai otshabeng Poet Rhyme

sadness

Sadness.

Sadness is not an emotion. 
But yet a simple harmonic motion. 
Beats on you like an ocean.

Sadness is not a feeling.
People think of it as so unappealing.
But its very self-healing 

Sadness is not a sentiment.
Nor is it a presentiment.
They keep it in a tenement.

Sadness is a tower.
Must nurture it like a flower.
Drunk love, like whiskey sour.

Sadness is enjoyable pleasure.
Yet you think of it as a displeasure. 
You must keep it clean like a white feather.

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Karen Croft April 11, 2026 at 4:02 PM You have done a very good job at describing sadness in many states.

Ghairo Daniels April 5, 2026 at 7:29 PM A good interpretation of sadness you have here, Kai. Yes, like all emotions sadness is a cloud passing. Well done for articulating your thoughts. Keep writing to process your thoughts & define your writing style. Best intentions for you., Ghairo.

William Alexander March 28, 2026 at 10:38 PM Keep writing. That's where healing begins. And you'll discover who you really are, chosen and loved. By a heavenly Father. Because I understand. Peace!