The Jealous Poet

Another poet has pled their case
a cry screamed out for all
Sticks and stones in outer space
will float and never fall

Why are your poems read? Mine are not
could this just be in jest
I’ve no degree; I am self-taught
but I always give my best

Hear me now, I do declare
please help me have more fun
More comments please, it’s just not fair
I think my mind has come undone

I'm out of pills, my muse is shot
all common sense is gone
Please love my rhymes, forget me not
or I will not last until dawn
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Goldsmith Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 10:15 AM
What a creative write. Love It. I understand. Some days I need a pill. I am self-taught and have been writing since I was young. I just keep trying new styles. Sometimes they work and sometimes they don't. I like the nice comments, they help me learn. I just keep writing and hope some will read and some will comment along the way. You are a good writer so don't give up. Have a great/blessed day writing away....................
Koplin Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 9:48 AM
Thank you Paula, that’s very nice of you to say. Cheers!
Roper Avatar
May 29, 2022 at 10:47 AM
Anaya is right With so many thousands in our Soup Bowl We are lucky we even get read.
Koplin Avatar
May 29, 2022 at 5:49 PM
There are so many here like you say, never in my life did I ever entertain the notion of writing on a poetry site. I started as a way of expressing my thoughts to strangers. If I get a few reads I’m tickled pink. But it’s not the reason I write. I think if people go out of there way to make friends and start a little group they would be happy with the results.
Kendrick Avatar
May 28, 2022 at 11:34 AM
Keep on keeping on because this one has good rhythm, rhyme and flow. I enjoyed reading it. Your visit to my page is uplifting. Sara
Koplin Avatar
May 29, 2022 at 5:44 PM
Thank you so much, what a nice thing to say!
Kitchin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 4:35 AM
Mark, well done, not sure who this is referring to but it could be many, sad that people act so childish at times and ruin the mood!
Koplin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 12:59 PM
There are a few like this that is for sure. It’s really sad.
Vaso Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 8:40 PM
Well I am not around as much bur sure glad I caught this one, you have a unique way with words, and always a delight to read!
Koplin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 12:57 PM
Thanks Art, I appreciate that and the visit my friend!
Hankins Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 8:44 AM
(chuckling) Ah, yes, you have nailed it, Mark. So sad that she has shut most of us out when we have said something that didn't set well with her. I'd love to read her poems and encourage her, but, alas, she has blocked me. No wonder she isn't getting many comments. I feel sorry for her. Thank you for this poem, Mark. It needed to be said.
Koplin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 12:57 PM
I think we all have tried to support her. You can only do so much
Lawless Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 7:37 AM
I admire the beauty, the cadence, the pace and just like the tortoise I'm still in the race.....
Koplin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 12:56 PM
Well put John!
Logan Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 6:25 AM
Geeze, Mark. That's exactly the way that writer sounds when wearing the 'poor me' mask. I've no boo hoos for those who abuse.
Koplin Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 12:55 PM
I know right? It’s getting exhausting!
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