THERAPY

My poetry has lent
more emotional benefit
than any psychiatric intent.

I bled on blank pages
during all my ages,
recording heart stages.

Paper is the mirror
showing me clearer
as therapy overseer.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Janko Avatar
November 24, 2016 at 7:16 AM
Dear CayCay, a powerful poem and so true. Poetry causes one to empty the mind and find joy and inspiration from others like you dear friend. God Bless. Betty
Austin Avatar
November 21, 2016 at 12:40 PM
Poetry be damn good introspection. Congrats on the selection. Love, daver
Van Breda Avatar
August 24, 2015 at 1:41 PM
Awesome-- loved this as it is so very true of all of us poets ~X~
Godwin Avatar
September 1, 2015 at 1:16 PM
I cannot believe I have not thanked you yet, my bad. Always enjoy your feedback ... CayCay
Hay Avatar
August 22, 2015 at 4:00 AM
A true reflection of what poetry can do, well done, kind regards, Laura.
Godwin Avatar
September 1, 2015 at 1:17 PM
Thank you so much, Laura. I appreciate you reading me ... CayCay
Nau Avatar
August 21, 2015 at 11:23 PM
EXCELLENT and true! Zero suggestions...I'm sorry, nothing to tweak here!
Godwin Avatar
September 1, 2015 at 1:18 PM
Thank you. You are a joy! ... CayCay
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