What's in a poem?
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It is freedom and life
It’s words are angels
they could save you
the love seeps through.
The words might be weapons
they can pierce your heart
the blood gushes out.
What’s in a poem?
Poetry is strong and proud
The words are stars and stripes
America the beautiful
Land that I love!
But words can also mean slavery
Working dusk till dawn
Oh Lord, save me!
What’s in a poem?
It is laughter and singing
Church bells ringing
Happy couples dancing
Joy is all around.
Words are hateful and deceitful
Murders of my soul
The pain is more than I can bear.
What’s in a poem?
Words can be like Christmas in Winter
The sound of children playing
Giggling as they go
Running through the snow.
Yet words can also be 9/11 in ’01
People crying on the streets
Lost loved ones never found.
What’s in a poem?
Why don’t you tell me?