Shirley Hawkins Poet Rhyme

That's Why I Hide

I do not know how to express
My feelings of happiness.
Feelings that I have inside.
I hide.
Even though my cup overflows
And my heart and soul explodes,
With awe when I see
The breathless beauty of nature,
That surrounds me.
Exotic words and elaborate phrases,
My limited vocabulary erases,
Although I know
It is not entirely so.
There are no words to express
The complete happiness
I privately feel inside.
That's why I hide.

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Connie Marcum Wong February 8, 2022 at 7:52 AM You expressed it very well. Poetry is a life line for me at times. I too feel I can’t adequately express the beauty of this earth. A very lovely poem my friend. Blessings xxoo

L Milton Hankins February 2, 2022 at 9:47 AM May I suggest that's why you write poetry, too? Because you want to express those deep feelings you cannot seem to let come out in verbal expression. Marvelous introspective writing, Shirley. Shirley Hawkins February 2, 2022 at 5:29 PM Thank you very much for your uplifting comments, Milt. I find your remarks very helpful and encouraging.

Mike Gentile February 2, 2022 at 6:22 AM This is lovely Shirley! Many of of feel inadequate in expression in comparison to the beauty of nature. You really have no reason to, beauty abounds here ! Happy Wednesday!! Shirley Hawkins February 2, 2022 at 5:49 PM Thank you, Mike Words are fascinating. Many poets on P.S. express deep emotion so well it captures the reader's imagination ( pure poetry.) I feel flattered that you found beauty in my rhyme. Happy Thursday to you, Mike.

Unseeking Seeker February 2, 2022 at 5:26 AM You say you hide and yet express your joy so eloquently! What’s the word for this this double referred meaning … zeugma? Lovely poem, Shirley! Shirley Hawkins February 2, 2022 at 6:18 PM Thank you, Richard. Your kind, encouraging comments warmed my heart. I am so pleased you liked it. Take care, Shirley.

Deb M February 2, 2022 at 5:15 AM Oh Shirley that is really lovely and penned beautifully…..I can so relate. Debx Shirley Hawkins February 2, 2022 at 6:19 PM Thank you, Deb I thought you might. Take care, Shirley