Edward Ibeh Poet Free verse

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Date written: 07/25/2023

Stalemate

clash of egos,
differences 
of perspectives 
stalls fluidity.
a partnership dissolves 
ideas 
once a mountain stream 
flowing 
seamlessly,
now a trickle;
static electricity.
synergy,
at rest;
in a state of stagnation.
they've assumed 
the position 
of chess pieces 
from which 
no further move.
is possible.

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Paul Bell July 27, 2023 at 11:43 AM I suppose in chess, you can nudge the board. Sadly, in couple land, someone has to give way, otherwise there's hell to pay.

Speaks Volumes July 25, 2023 at 11:25 PM In chess I hate that happening, all that effort for no result, but in love, well sometimes to be at loggerheads doesn't necessarily mean the end. When two minds come together in a stalemate it only takes one to give a little. So sad as in your superbly worded poem, the end is declared. Edward Ibeh July 26, 2023 at 4:39 AM Thank you very much for the visit and wonderful comments, SV:-) Blessings, my friend.