I know what I am

The first poem written by me when i was 13. It reflects my opinions.

Certain things to know
Obstination they show
Still I don’t know
Why they slow…

If I go round ‘n’ round
Earth I may see
Is not what I think
Oh! I remember
There are many things
Out of my know-how

I wondered life
Yes, I know it strides
Learnin’ from episodes
Trials and ordeals
From birth to present time
And to death

Certain things to know
Obstination they show
Still I don’t know
Why they slow…

Not immortal
Or just divine
In this present time
I know
As its very far
A way from my go
Better there are
Many things to know

Life’s so illustrative
But why am I not illustrious
Mind inquisitive
Mind anxious
Nothing I know

Certain things to know
Obstination they show
Still I don’t know
Why they slow…

One cannot know everything
But I know what I am

Reviews

[emman]

This poem is such a wonderful reflection. Yes it is true that we can't know everything, but one thing we know for sure is ourselves. :) nice poem! A reflective poem. Very good :) keep on writing. I'll look forward to your new poems or stories. Feel free to sent read requests, it is my pleasure to read your works. Have a nice day! SMILE! :)

[quinfinn]

very nicely penned and has some great depth...self awareness can be a double edged sword and you have illustrated such within your words here...color me impressed

[Akshat♥]

I just loved last two lines of this poem...
Life shows us lot of things in a different way then we imagined ..
You know you are...and its nice to know yourself completely ..
Nicely written piece:)
Keep writing!!!

[Donald Cole]

interesting write, a bit of reflection. cute pattern in it. I like the simplicity. quaint might be the word........nice
thanks,
Don

[Kaya]

This is such a beautifully worded assertion of self. I really enjoyed it.

[Pencrafter]

This poem is interesting. It portrays a wisdom not normally found in youth, speaking of patiently observing life and the world around us so that we can learn. The three repeating verses highlight the stubborn, unreasonable (obstination) attitude displayed by many people. We hope our neighbors, teachers and world leaders figure it out, but even if they don't we know who we are and understand that we need to stand up for what we believe. (ok, I'll get off my soapbox!) Good job on the write.

[Coyote Poetry]

Life is constant learning. Each day of life we learn what id right or wrong. Last lines are true.
"One cannot know everything
But I know what I am"
Thank you for the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Sethnicity]

good use of the circular theme and rhythm.

[khalid]

very nicely written, wonderful in images, words picking and flow, and yes we stay exploring ourselves from birth to death..