There are times
when reticence
is food for the soul.
Disputes,
reduced to
mere chicken clucks,
grunts and turkey gobbles
demean true debate.
Powerful inquisition
will see dialogue beheaded,
flames of rage igniting.
Head to head
in verbal conflict
digraces honourable demenour.
Majestic stature
of peace and calm
will ultimately be
integrity's
dignified triumph.
Author notes
Prompt
4- Drawing on my fine command of the English language, I said nothing.
Robert Benchley
A contest entry
- Quote contest by Lord Merlynn.
500 points, ended November 18, 2007, 6 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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This is a very good cue taken from the quote used, I like this one a lot, it says so much, but yet says so very little
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wow this was amazing and is so powerfully written as always. its so strongly written. well done gran and best of luck
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STUNNING
that was so great!!! You are an amazing poet!!!
and I feel honored that you think my work was good. . .
emotional. . .& worthy
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Amazing!
Gaylene,
Love this finely constructed masterpiece! I believe you've hit this quote right between the eyes.
In light of your fine command of the English language, why would Mr. Robert Benchley need to say a word?!
-Steve
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