i write because i want to
it gives me piece of mind
it takes me away from my hectic pace
of the daily grind
i write because i have to
the words won't leave me be
they rattle around in my head
until i set them free
i write because i like to
i feel better when i do
i only please myself
not him or her or you
my emotions come out when i'm writing
i can revisit them every time
when i read the writings
that i choose to call as mine
if you want to truly know me
just read things that i have penned
that should give you some idea
if you'd like to be my friend
A contest entry
- So you want to be a writer? Charles Bukowski Prompt by Griswold.
900 points, ended October 15, 21 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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Peace of mind from writing is a wonderful thing, spilling our hears on the page and letting all know "US" through font on a screen. there is no other medium as expressive in my opinion, music might be a close second, but some things are just not that musical.
Well done and best of luck... Scott


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Rock on!
I write for the very same reasons you do, hon
Always use your gift and don't let anyone take your joy!
Keep the ink flowing!
~Heavenly~ -
I love your rhyme..! and it fit the prompt exactly...and I am proud to call you my friend...





