Gordon Alexander Poet Free verse

Why I Write Poetry

Poetry is putting emotions down in verse
Good for those that cannot converse
I don't think I'm very good
But it keeps me out of the lonely wood

The lonely wood is a very sad place
The gremlins and ghouls change your face
It's dark and dank very austere 
Poetry is my voice I hope you hear

I write my poems they lead me away
From the woods its a bad place to play
The dark and smell gets into your mind
You can't see your going blind

Writing let's me see the light
Helps me to feel alright 
I know it's only a small fix
Better than surrounded by sticks 

So when I hurt or don't understand
A pen and paper comes to hand
It helps me see what I need to do
Pulls me out of feeling so blue

It may not work for everyone
Some listen to their favorite song
But this poetry thing for me
Clears all of my aniexty 

Yes some may say it's in the mind
Solutions to help are hard to find
This is the one that I find best
Gets all the hurt off my chest

So when you don't know where to turn
Keep out of them woods or you will burn
Find your release in your safe place
Help you put the smile on your face

Believe in your own self is a must
Otherwise you'll end up like dust
No one deserves to feel like that
Conquer those demons bury that hat

Feel free to say whatever is on the mind
To yourself try to be kind
Don't let it beat you up anymore
It's your _LIFE_  not a chore 

I hope this helps someone out there 
Because people are people some do care
If it has feel free to say
Let other know what's you way

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Richard Evans November 2, 2017 at 2:44 PM My goodness that first verse is so me. This poem speaks for us which is a good thing. Thanks for sharing......................peace! Gordon Alexander November 4, 2017 at 12:52 PM Thank you Richard for your kind words it's really appreciated gods speed

Darlene De Beaulieu August 7, 2017 at 6:38 PM I like the line It's your life ...not a chore. I like this poem very much. Lots of wisdom in this poem. Have a nice evening my friend. Gordon Alexander November 4, 2017 at 12:51 PM Thank you darlene I'm glad you liked it

Roy Pett January 14, 2017 at 11:36 AM Totally agree with the sentiments within this poem Gordon, writing and reading poetry has brought me immense pleasure. A 7 from me. Gordon Alexander January 16, 2017 at 10:09 AM Thankyou Roy I'm glad you liked it and that poetry does for you what it does for me

John Fleming January 8, 2017 at 6:32 AM And what better reason to write poetry - Perfectly espoused, Gordon! All the very best - Cheers! :) john P.s A seven! Gordon Alexander January 8, 2017 at 4:16 PM Thankyou again John it means Alot when I am praised for my work by someone like you with so much talent and experience

Manon Peel January 7, 2017 at 12:31 PM Unfortunately I was unable to rate higher. This is a stunning poem. Thank you. Gordon Alexander January 8, 2017 at 4:15 PM Thankyou for your kind words I'm glad you liked the poem as you can tell I'm relatively new to poetry but like to express my feelings in verse thankyou again