Christopher Delegans Poet Free verse

Why Words Matter

Positive words float
They lift the fog on a quiet morning
Soft and bright 
Warmth with goodness

Easy as sunlight slipping through a window
Without seeking permission
They take no effort to lift
A single syllable…sometimes two
Suddenly the room feels wider
The air feels kinder
The day feels possible

Negative words arrive heavy
They clatter in the mouth
Thick with extra syllables
Dragging shadows with them
Like overpacked suitcases

Say gloomy
It lands with a thud
Say bitter…somber…dreary
Each one pulls at the tongue
An unnecessary labor
An unsuspecting weight to carry

It’s strange isn’t it
How lighter words lift us
Heavier words ask us to lift them
Maybe this is why choosing kind words
Feels like choosing ease
Choosing breath
Choosing ourselves
The part of ourselves wishing to rise

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Dorothy Gibbons August 8, 2026 at 12:40 PM Wow Christopher awesome write✍️ words do matter. Positive uplifting kind words best like your poem says. Words can tear down or build up. I once wore t shirt on front " if you can't build up " back said " just shut up " opened up loads of conversations So many were deeply hurt by words , hugzzz friend fav this ✍️📖😀 Christopher Delegans August 12, 2026 at 10:42 PM They really do more than I realized when I was younger. Thank your for reading and complimenting, Dorothy.

Sotto Poet April 28, 2026 at 7:08 PM Christopher, your message is truly inspiring and upbeat. I thought the way you portrayed it was really fascinating. Christopher Delegans May 4, 2026 at 9:59 PM Thank you for the kind and supportive compliment, Sotto.

Paula Goldsmith April 28, 2026 at 1:03 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful/powerful "Why Words Matter" write. For many years I have said, words have power, both good or bad. Have a lovely day writing away........... Christopher Delegans May 4, 2026 at 9:58 PM Yes, they most certainly do. Thanks for reading and sharing a compliment, Paula.

Kim Rodrigues April 27, 2026 at 5:02 AM Yes, words matter! So let me say: Have a sunny day! Hugs Christopher Delegans April 27, 2026 at 6:20 AM Thank you for taking the time to read and share positive vibes, Kim. I hope you have a wonderful week!

sara Etgen-Baker April 26, 2026 at 5:10 PM this poem is beautifully penned--the ending struck a chord with me. Thanks for these words Christopher Delegans April 27, 2026 at 6:20 AM Thanks for the encouragement and kind words, Sara. I’m glad you liked it.

Deb M April 26, 2026 at 6:01 AM A wonderfully uplifting ,positive, bright and very true write Christopher….absolutely love it! Debx Christopher Delegans May 4, 2026 at 9:57 PM Thank you, Deb.

Andrea Dietrich April 25, 2026 at 10:26 PM A beautiful message, Christopher. Very well written Christopher Delegans April 27, 2026 at 6:18 AM Thanks for the support and positive words, Andrea.

Darlene De Beaulieu April 25, 2026 at 2:39 PM Hello Christopher Delegans, it is so nice to meet you. I read this poem. it makes a lot of sense to me every day I try to be positive in my thinking. I am making this poem my fav. Enjoy your evening. /Darlene/ Darlene De Beaulieu April 27, 2026 at 10:53 AM Hello Christopher Delegans, so nice to meet you. Your welcome. Thank you. I will be reading your poetry. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/ Christopher Delegans April 27, 2026 at 6:17 AM Very honored for the fav. I appreciate you taking the time to read and share such a nice compliment, Darlene.

Ilene Bauer April 25, 2026 at 1:31 PM what a lovely, positive message, christopher! i very much enjoyed the way you've described this... Christopher Delegans April 27, 2026 at 6:16 AM Thank you for the kind words, Ilene.