When I Write a Poem

When I write a poem,

I find that all at once

A world of wonderment envelops me.

Life takes on new forms,

New thoughts come alive,

And tints of magic color all I see.

 

When I write a poem,

Longing grips my heart--

A longing to express what's deep inside.

The more I wander through

The wondrous realm of words,

Life becomes much more intensified.

 

Sometimes bright and hopeful,

Sometimes dark or gray,

Words say what my heart

Wants me to convey.

 

When I write a poem,

A passion, hope, or dream

Compels me to move forward word by word.

Once my poem's finished,

What else is there to say?

At least I've tried to let my voice be heard.

 

-by Bob B (11-29-18)