What Makes a Poem Sing

The scenes of nature, Oh so sweet
On seasons that come ‘twixt and ‘tween
First comes the cold, then scorching heat
And sunrises on horizons seen…

And when a child falls on the ground
A kiss to send them on their way
With big bear hugs felt all around
Or when children lay down to pray…

When trials of life, and troubles fall
A touch of someone you hold dear
And pictures that hang on the wall
Inspiration may come with a tear…

For when the words on paper ring…
That is what makes a poem sing!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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James Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 12:21 AM
Lovey sonnet Betty!
Leiser Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 12:03 AM
And you definitely made your poem sing with this awesome write, Betty! 7 :)
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