A Poem Is A Mark

I'm not sure what I intended this one to be, but it resulted in topics of poems, life, death, and not taking what you have for granted.

"Poem! How dangerous to love.

Story. What a way to risk."

But though the poem be dangerous,

And the story be perhaps not enough,

Maybe it's worth your time,

To write something while you're still alive.

It might not have to you much appeal,

But just think of how others might feel,

Reading your works!

Death is a party gag, yet fame has its perks.

Just make darn sure

The life you write for yourself has its own kind of worth.

Don't let the party go

Unlaughed, unloved, unmistaken.

If you must love your art enough to say no,

Living dull and slow,

With other things in the making,

Make darn sure you leave a mark for others on this Earth.

Reviews

[willweb]

This has an upbeat feel to it. I believe the message here is be outstanding, don't let fear or indecision rule your world. Take charge, leave your mark and be happy with who you are. Just my take.

[Juliah B]

I agree, as hope is found in the chances we take in life. It's comforting to know that even if we fail at times, we can always get back up and try again or just try something else.