Reflection

Poem Body

What would I have
without poetry?

A small mind,
a dismissed whim,
an unspoken belief,

a reflection in the mirror
of someone I do not know.

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft

About the Author

Country/Region: United States

Favorite Poets: I tend to read Ted Kooser, Jim Harrison, Paul Simon, Robert Frost. I like minimalist poetry, and poems reflecting on nature and Mother Earth.

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Comments

Dear Lady Lavender

very descriptive... I understand completely...

*hugs, Cat

Hello, Cat,

How are you? I know you can relate to poetry being such an integral part of your life! Thank you, as always, for reading and sharing your thoughts!
Lx

real power, very concise. I

real power, very concise. I loved it, and I am sensitive to much of it.
Poetry can definitely help to know the world, and oneself.

Tyro

Hello, Tyro,

Who would we truly be, if not poets? Thank you for reading! I'm always grateful!
L

Short and catchy. Straight to

Short and catchy. Straight to the point

Hello,Amo,

I'm so glad you enjoyed this.
Thank you very much!
L

I love this

Poetry is such a great outlet for our emotions and our soul. Sometimes it does one good to constructively purge our thoughts through writing. As always, an elegant, gentle write. Well done.

Hello, RoseBlack!

I agree! Poetry is a wonderful outlet! Sometimes, the BEST outlet!
Thank you for reading!
Lx

Poetry clearly demonstrates

Poetry clearly demonstrates who we are and how we think.
Short but effective.
I loved your poem

Hello, Clentin,

Thank you so much for reading. Poetry definitely helps me understand my mind, heart and soul. I'm glad you could relate to this.
L