Michelle Faulkner Poet Rictameter

Whisper

Whisper
When the world shouts
With exaggeration
Desperate for validation
Falsehoods infused in a sham of sound
Quiet the clamoring lies of
Idolatry - when you
Speak truth to me
Whisper

4/22/23


Writing Challenge - W Words
Sponsor: Constance La France

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Juliet Ligon August 10, 2023 at 3:58 PM Lovely poem with a great message. I can't help but see this from a spiritual perspective, God gently whispering to us as the world around is shouting for our attention.

Valsa George August 4, 2023 at 10:33 PM Something said in whispers will be listened more intently than said aloud. Beautifully composed dear Michelle ! Congratulations on your win.

Susan Ashley May 13, 2023 at 9:16 AM Dear Michelle, I love the eloquent power of your poem! We lean in and listen more closely to a whisper. Sadly, some only know how to bulldoze with "a sham of sound" Exquisite poetry, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sam Kauffman May 11, 2023 at 10:17 AM As always Michelle, your words whisper truth with exquisite subtly - "when you speak truth to me whisper." What a wonderful line. There is always so much quiet truth in your lines. I love delving into their depths. Congratulations on your win! Blessings that come in stillness.

Hat Bueckert May 5, 2023 at 6:19 PM Whisper, when the world shouts. Excellent lines, congrats and well done!

Andrea Dietrich May 3, 2023 at 10:04 AM wow, fantastic in imagery and message!

Constance La France April 27, 2023 at 12:16 PM Michael thank you for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge congratulations !

Anne-Lise Andresen April 27, 2023 at 6:47 AM - Congratulations on your win, Michelle :) - hugs

Sara Kendrick April 27, 2023 at 4:03 AM A very expressive work found here on the winner's list. I enjoyed reading it. Thank you for sharing and congratulations on this winner. Way to go. Sara

Alfonso II Warally Ngengethe Mussabwa Chris April 26, 2023 at 7:59 PM Congratulations on your great win in the Contest ...Michelle. As the World has 75 % of hypocrites Lies fly rapidly Truth regected mostly Well said. Naked truth shared

Sotto Poet April 26, 2023 at 5:35 PM This is a fantastic poem. Your thorough metaphor selection and perfect diction add another level of refinement to the outstanding verse you've crafted. Congrats on your win.

Paula Goldsmith April 26, 2023 at 2:17 PM Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed your wonderful write. Have a great/blessed day..............

Joanna Daniel April 23, 2023 at 10:09 PM Lovely one, Michelle:)

Anne-Lise Andresen April 23, 2023 at 11:37 AM - A lovely poem, Michelle :) - My "whisper" was a lie :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs Michelle Faulkner April 23, 2023 at 8:32 PM Appreciate it, many thanks~

Alexis Y. April 23, 2023 at 12:05 AM Wow! Michelle, You wrote a well-written write with your chosen word. It's filled with wisdom as well. Best wishes in the contest. Enjoy the rest of your weekend;-) Alexis Michelle Faulkner April 23, 2023 at 8:32 PM You as well, thanks Alexis

Valsa George April 22, 2023 at 11:45 PM Beautiful piece of advice when people trumpet utter lies from rooftops ! Great entry. All the Best dear Michelle... Michelle Faulkner April 23, 2023 at 8:32 PM Too many lies shout - thanks for your comment, Valsa

Gershon Wolf April 22, 2023 at 8:46 PM Great advice. Just remember to speak up, so that we can all benefit from it! Light and Illumination, Gershon Michelle Faulkner April 23, 2023 at 8:31 PM Always glad to hear from the wolfman :)

Daniel Turner April 22, 2023 at 6:31 PM Nicely penned, Michelle. I like whispers:) Michelle Faulkner April 22, 2023 at 8:46 PM Thank you, Daniel~