scattered thoughts,
words
swirl
skeetering by
at the edges of my mind
causing that “tip of the tongue” feeling
but nothing gels…nothing firms up
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poetry refusing to be forced
will not be written or spoken
instead
the lines catch in my throat
aggravating already swollen vocal cords
I fear a broken voice.
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~Melanie Thomason
I really like the layout and flow of this. I could feel the words and thoughts swirling around in the first stanza, then how ironic that even a broken voice found a way to speak through this poem.
So excited that you joined in with us at dVerse. Hope to see you again! 🙂
Thanks so much 😀
Never fear the broken voice… for whatever voice that comes out is truly the poet’s voice for that piece! In this case a voice that imparts a well-drawn poem.
Thank you, your comment is much appreciated. I have been struggling of late yet I know I must push on ;0
I fear that broken voice too…but it is a voice that must be shared with others if you are open to it. I really enjoyed reading your poem. Nice to meet you Melanie.
Thank you for your kind words. Nice to meet you as well Grace.
It sounds like a cross between wrier’s block and laryngitis. I hope not both. You’ve definitely got me straining to hear the next line,
Thanks Walter… thankfully,no laryngitis 😉
Great poem. I too like the layout of the poem. I think it help the words flow easily when read.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it 🙂
that last line is succinct and so beautiful. it is like a beautiful period to this great poem. 🙂
Much appreciated. 🙂
🙂
I think we all fear the same broken voice. But I’ve always believed some pens are braver that voices. Let our ink make its mark. 😉
You are so right. Write on!
Yes, this is also my fear. Nicely written! 🙂
Thank you 🙂
You’re welcome! 🙂
This is gorgeous!
Thank you so much 😉
A broken voice: whether your literal or metaphorical voice, that is something worth being afraid of for the poet (or any other artist for that matter)
Absolutely. Thanks for reading 😉
Excellent…. Poetry cannot be forced
Thank you 🙂
Oh, how I can relate. You can’t force those poems to come forth until they’re ready. Well done. 🙂
Gayle ~
Thank you so much. Your visit and comment are appreciated 🙂