or not

defying structure

my words float through the air

sliding around the truth

mysteriously stretching the imagination

or not

perhaps a conjunction will manipulate

while an adjective will provide a bit of clarity

each word serving as an active-duty soldier

amassing collective meaning of my intentions

or not

only the shadow knows for sure

Reviews

[Simone Davis]

I really like this poems, I struggle so much with grammar punctuation etc but have great ideas etc so this poems really pushed my focused more on what I'm saying and the intent rather then worrying about all the other stuff that'll come later ....thankyou x

[Lydia Shutter]

What a lovely review. Thank you, Simone.

[emmajoygreen]

' an adjective will provide a bit of clarity
each word serving as an active-duty soldier
amassing collective meaning of my intentions
or not
only the shadow knows for '

Extraordinary visual that lends itself to so much analysis if wanted or a quick glanced that seems like paletted cobwebb! Which or whatever you offer is true! Add a word, forget a word, misplace a word.. is a chance that one reader or another will wonder where his or her mind has misunderstood! Or alternatively wonders why you might have slipped up but would seem cheeky to query! For me, this is fascinating... writing and visual that allows for lateral think with one or more queries? Perhaps

[Lydia Shutter]

Every poem has layers of meaning and once the poet has posted it for the world to see, the meaning belongs to the reader! Thank you so much, Emma. Lydi**

[emmajoygreen]

Always has been, always is and always will be a
pleasure to visit, dear you. :))

[Lydia Shutter]

Sending hugs to you sweet Emma!

[emmajoygreen]

Thank you so much!!

[Lorry]

Or not could be added to most of what I write, or say, or not. . . . but I'll need to ask the shadows to be sure.
Your first line could also be an apt description of the entirety of my being, or not, but more than likely.
Perhaps I am just an incomplete thought of a poem that got interrupted by a oh, a flutterby!
Your words always have structure, meaning and definition Lydi, but seeing as that is my opinion, I can see where those "or not" lines come in really handy! 😉

[Lydia Shutter]

"or not"....two simple words that can change the meaning of everything in life....even you! :) Thanks so much, Lorry. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

I like the contrast between being or not. Only with trial, error you will realize either way. Good , free flowing structure to accompany this wonderful poem.

[Lydia Shutter]

Sami, you are so kind. Thank you very much. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome muchly

[Desert Knave]

Love it. It really does boggle the mind how much a single word added (or left out) can clarify, change, or mystify a write. So very nice to see you posting poetry. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Jim! Have a wonderful day. Lydi**

[red93]

Very interesting and I like the 'formless form' of this piece, raising all sorts of different questions. Excellent ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Red. Lydi*

[jacob erin-cilberto]

you know I love this...being the Grammar Policeman I am...ha ha.

Thanks for the fun, Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

I am a deputy in the grammar police! Thanks for the review, my friend. Lydi**

[Kelly Scheppers]

The omittance of punctuation really stands on its own merit here. I find your words leap from the page, "amassing collective meaning" of your intentions. It's always a good day to be reading you, Lydi! The forecast will never change!

[Lydia Shutter]

Kelly, I'm always happy to see a review from you. I hope all is well with you! Adjusting too the East coast? Thanks, Kelly! Lydi**

[Ken Simm.]

Apparently the go to place not just for romance but for atmosphere as well.

[Lydia Shutter]

Not sure what you mean, Ken...but I thank you for stopping by. Lydi*

[John the Baptist]

Yes, each word serves its purpose, but in the end, only the writer knows the intent. And don't forget Lamont Cranston.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, John. Why am I remembering Lamont Cranston....the band from Minnesota?? Lydi**

[John the Baptist]

I thought Lamont Cranston was the.name of "The Shadow" in the old radio program.

[Lydia Shutter]

Could be....I never heart that show on the radio. I guess I am younger than you are.