Bill Baker Poet Rhyme

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Surgical Words

May my words cut deeply into thy soul as a sharpened sword
Loosening the impediments of fear and hate causing your discord
May they like the shinning surgical blade make their incisions
Removing all delusion and indecision

Yet, also let them be as precise as a master surgeons work
Clearing even those hidden elements as they lie in lurk
Waiting to surprise and cause great demise
With full effect causing great pain and loud cries

But let my closing bring healing and peace
As the comforting sigh you now release
Let my words, now new seeds be
For you to use eternally

Let them nurture and encourage your life
Helping to endure and overcome strife
Knowing my love will always endure
And always be there for you, for sure

Words may be sharp, but be used to be kind
It’s just a matter of which ones you find
Every word I say traveling to thee
Is meant to bring love and comfort from me

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Jay Narain September 17, 2025 at 10:29 AM This poem aims high and succeeds much of the way: it’s morally earnest, emotionally sincere, with a strong metaphorical framework. It reminds that words matter deeply—not just whether they hurt or soothe, but how they are used.

sara Etgen-Baker September 16, 2025 at 5:39 PM I truly do like this poem, especially the title...it and your poem remind me that words can be used surgically to cause pain or to heal. Your poem reminds me to be mindful in thought, word, and deed. wish I could fave this poem, hugs, Sara