I tremble at the words I cannot say
for such my lips are unavailable
though I am silent there is still a way
creating untenable potential
Left only with my simple metaphor
a shadow of what I want to convey
which leaves me wanting desperately for more
as I embrace the reason for this stay
For now my left eye does not match my right
my hands and arms refuse to move in sync
I struggle heavily to keep in sight
parameters of what I am to think
The task is large, the stipend cold and stark
To change the world, and yet not leave a mark
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Written December 9th, 2005
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The only positive changes one can make upon the world leave no mark, for they encourage others to leave theirs. It is a paradox, but once resolved, one can die sated.
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Splendid
Strangely enough, I thought I commented on this poem -- what an awesome way to say:
To change the world, and yet not leave a mark
Some words just leave me breathless.
Myra -
Such a compliment. I see through it, baby! You are an angel! I am not fooled.
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excellent
you have a way with words sir
just introduced to this site by a friend she was right about you
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You are too kind.
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Another great poem, this one also had great imagery to it, was very visual. Brilliant!
Kiran
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