Jeff Kyser Poet Tail-rhyme

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Upward, Child

Scarce contained within its bounds
Surging, straining to break free
Pulsating and palpable
Enticed by its pure energy
Mesmerized and drawn, a moth to flame

O, that I might be a god!
Grab these reins and take control
Are they not mine, and this, my day
For others to admire, extol?
Seduced complete by thoughts of storied fame

Child, remove thy hand, step back
Quick to act, quick to forget
How thy ways cause misery
Sorrow, shame, and much regret
Pleasure, fleeting, always ends the same

Upward cast thy gaze, child, never down
Your loving Father ever wears the crown

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for the 2022 Poetry Marathon Mile 17 Poetry Contest
sponsored by Mark Toney
written on 09/25/22

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Ann Peck October 13, 2022 at 4:36 PM Jeff, you have such wonderful words at your command! Your poetry is book-worthy! Jeff Kyser October 13, 2022 at 4:39 PM You are too kind, Ann - thanks so much, and I am glad you enjoyed this one.

Caren Krutsinger September 28, 2022 at 9:54 AM This is a true contender for poem of the day, the week and the month Jeff.

L Milton Hankins September 25, 2022 at 9:12 AM Marvelous, Jeff. You know, this reminded me of a Shakespearian sonnet. Exceptionally well written. The imagery is fantastic. I would like to see this P.O.T.D. A FAVE for me. Jeff Kyser September 25, 2022 at 11:16 AM Many thanks, Milt! I've been playing with varied line length a bit while still trying to retain a flow, and hoped this one worked.

Kim Rodrigues September 25, 2022 at 6:24 AM Wow! Love this, Jeff! A fave! In strong utterance: “O that I might be a god,” the lust that must be quenched for it is chains about a child’s neck. Jeff Kyser September 25, 2022 at 6:27 AM Thanks, Kim! Yes, I read the contest description, and thought, "That's Romans 7, right there!" Have a blessed day!