Found this beautiful image on several sites yet no idea who to credit.
I
Whether critique or flattering evaluation
I hunger for your observation
like one on the brink of starvation
each word is a morsel of salvation
say what you will with no fear of retaliation
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II
I write my words for me
and hope they speak to you
I’m happy everyday to see
those who choose to view
Every “Like” brings a smile
yet what I long for is your words
So, please if you find my words worthwhile
Take a second to share your words
~Meanie Blackwell
I love the beginning of the second verse, the first two lines. Isn’t that the simple truth of being a writer. Wonderfully expressed.
Thanks Cubby! It is so true…if we as writers can speak to someone or make them think that is everything. Whether to make them happy, angry, sad or thoughtful as longs as it speaks!
The Like button is not working for some reason.
Ah, works on my iPad. 🙂
Glad you got it figured out 🙂 Probably just your paws were to soft…I bet you clicked on it with a claw on your iPad 🙂
Reowr!
I think this is a well captured sentiment of many poets and people in general here on WordPress. I believe most of us feels this way and I am very glad to see we are as well all working on changing it. It is different when you are not on your blog, it is not always easy to share your words or your poetry. This poem is a great step in the right direction for us all, to write and to speak and not be afraid to connect to people 🙂
Exactly! Spread the word 🙂 I was just talking to someone about how impersonal this all can be over the computer…but it doesn’t have to be.
that’s true..I too look forward to the comments a lot more than the likes!! 🙂
🙂 I think we all do yet knowing we want comments I think we are all guilty of not commenting on others at times.
I do believe that you have a way with words. 🙂
This poem echoes my feelings as well. I love the line, “I write my words for me and hope they speak to you.”
Nice!
I’m so glad they spoke to you 🙂 Thank you for commenting!
I’m not sure why I write the words, or who they are for, but I’m glad they speak to you. I look forward to your words, at least I know that much. LOL
Thanks Gigi! Same here, love your words and your amazing art work which you are so humble about 😉
I love the new addition…and thank you so much for adding me to your list. I appreciate that very much:) Thank you again.
Of course! It is so nice to actually connect with someone such as yourself. Thank you for being you!
can’t get over the amazing image – such a perfect complement to your verse
I know, I love that picture… so perfect as the words wrap her in a warm embrace!
Very nice. Simple and true. And the image is fantastic.
Thank you so much Tony. And I adore that image…
The image reminds me of the movie Ghost, a powerful love story that crossed over between two spheres of life. You have a keen sense of choosing your images that perfectly complements your intentions. I honestly felt the embrace, therefore your appreciation in embracing your followers’ comments. Wow!
Thank you so much. I wish I knew the original artist so I could give proper credit.
You are fabulous!
Well, you only think so because you are fabulous 🙂
You are so sweet (hugs)
This poem is lovely ! Very perfect collection of words and very beautiful Expression ! Love it 🙂 xx
I’m glad you liked it.
It is worth liking 🙂 xx