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WHAT WRITING TAUGHT ME

Writing taught me plenty~  
like how my thoughts, so many,  
line up like rowdy schoolkids  
when I give them half a chance.  

It showed me words go dancing  
when I stop over-glancing,  
and sometimes trip spectacularly  
while trying to look grand.  

It proved my drafts are stubborn~  
they mutter, Try again, hon,  
but if I bribe them with some chocolate  
they usually behave.  

And most of all, it told me  
my messy mind can hold me~  
a slightly tilted universe  
that still deserves the page.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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George Avatar
April 18, 2026 at 6:34 AM
Dear Sara, with every attempt you are proving to be a greater poet. There is no need of bribing your muse. She is always behaving well to you. Your humorous tone has made me smile.
Hind Avatar
April 16, 2026 at 4:52 PM
So down to earth- no lofty language needed here :)
Gauthier Avatar
April 16, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Love this, Sara ~
Terry Avatar
April 16, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Great imagery in this poem
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