The Color Of The Metaphors In My World

I like to walk a fine line

Straight as the lost form

Of cursive writing.

Some can understand my handwriting,

Others find it to be chicken scratch.

 

I try to be the master

Of beating around the bush,

But there are those that think

I am just destroying the landscape,

While other think I am

Adding character to the scenery.

 

Perceptions are an element of life

And a poet writes for their seasons,

Whether my weather is

Sunshine or rain,

Hot and humid or minus zero…

I hope anyone that reads me

Is their own meteorologist

And not using machines

To predict my feelings.

 

For much like my metaphors in these verses

There is more to me

Than the color of the sky in my creative world.

 

Reviews

[Rita L. Sev]

I hope anyone that reads me
Is their own meteorologist
And not using machines
To predict my feelings.

Perhaps we each bring our own storm or sunshine to every poem we read... Really like this one, Dale!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thanks again Rita… I believe you are right.

[Lyn Anderson]

There is more to most than meets the eye, and yes, I get this, as some people make assumptions about me based on my writing. Some ARE somewhat true, but others, are, well, not at all ...

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

I couldn't have said it better myself, thank you.

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

I have never found you to be a rainmaker or the man behind the machine. I think of you more as a lion. The one who rose in the jungle, then realized that he needed the mouse as much as the mouse needed him. You have become wiser in your script. I read your skies of color and find wonderment in their creations. You are a founder....a king!

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank you for the kind review and compliment. You have officially made me blush.

[Fran Marie]

Writing is great therapy ..an escape from life's trials and troubles..at least for awhile.writing for ourselves getting it all out makes it seem better..neat piece

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

It most certainly is, thank you Fran.

[Simran Kewlani]

Wonderfully written. The poems we write are an outlet for our feelings. They are like our personal therapist. :)

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

That they are, thank you :)

[Bright Ocean Star]

Excellent writers' poem, Cowboy. You hit it square in the hole. This one is so true. We should write for ourselves. I thinks it's an artist's thing. When we write for ourselves, we relax and allow the beauty to flow from our fingertips. When we write for someone else, it can be forced and artificial. Love this one, my friend. :)

[Matching Socks]

I think the best poems are the ones that we write for ourselves. Stories are different, they are for entertainment. But poetry should come from the heart.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

It most certainly is thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[MsJewel]

As poets, we write for ourselves...which makes it even more special when we can touch the heart of someone with our words... I'm sure there is more to you than the color of the sky in your creative world, but the part of your creative world you choose to share sure is lovely!

:) Julie

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

It certainly does make it more special… and I am sure you touch many hearts with your beautiful verses.

[icelandicblue]

Of course there is more to you! Our words are interpreted loved or not, it is really no reflection on who we really are. I love your title and I thank you for sharing your world with us.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank you so much for your kindness and friendship.

[maria ( rose)]

totally agree..
Perceptions are an element of life
And a poet writes for their seasons,like this verse.. So true.
Enjoyed this poem very much

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Why thank you so very much :)

[maria ( rose)]

you're welcome:)