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My old guitar
is outta tune
But thats not far
from where I loom.

The brittle strings
once strong and proud
Still try to ring
just not as loud.

My crackling voice
a message blurred
I have no choice
by age obscured.

This scratched up frame
my loss of drive
Should hope refrain
from which i strive?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Brown Avatar
June 9, 2009 at 4:53 AM
Welcome to PoetrySoup Sean. I am hoping to read many more poems written by you. Love, Carol
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June 7, 2009 at 3:20 PM
Nice use of rhyme and imagery in this poem. Welcome to Poetry Soup! I hope you enjoy your time spent with us. Best wishes with your writing. Karen
Guzzi Avatar
June 7, 2009 at 2:15 PM
Should I refrain..or onward strive!!! Onward...music is joy all deserve..you keep playing & singing! Light & Love
Nutter Avatar
June 7, 2009 at 4:56 AM
Great write it's more than our guitar that is getting old.
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