Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Terms

When I thought what I said mattered
there was so much to relay
a brand new page was spattered
with purpose every day
but margins can grow tattered
getting battered by the fray
till confidence is shattered
and there’s nothing new to say.

When I wished what I said mattered
there was plenty to parley
and though those hopes have scattered
I keep bargaining away.

5 comments:

  1. Hi Bob, I have always seen your writing as an art form. I admit there are times when I don't have a clue what you're trying to say but oh, how I love the way you say it! There are very few poets out there who have mastered the art of meter and rhyme the way you have.

    I believe that what you say only has to matter to you. If it also touches someone else it's a bonus.

    I, for one, miss your daily babbling! ;) It's good to have you back!

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  2. Nobody matters more than anyone else; it's the actions that do. The only time your words aren't worth reading are when you don't say them.

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  3. Anonymous6:58 PM

    Hope all is well in Bobworld, your muse has not deserted?
    Cheers
    Glenn

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  4. Shirley, what can I say - you have been a great friend and constant supporter of what I consider my art, thanks for everything!

    Noah I know, I wish I just didn't get frustrated so easily sometimes but that's my nature. Thanks bro!

    Hey Glenn, yes she seems to have taken spring break haha

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  5. Hi Bob,

    What a beautiful creation!!
    Really liked it...

    Regards,
    Dimple
    http://poemshub.blogspot.com

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