A Poet's Perceptions

A Poet's Perceptions

A Poem by Frieda P

How do you perceive me?
           Do you see heart and soul
or merely
 a persona presented
     I bleed, I breathe, I love, I've lost
 What do you read,
 when you read me?
A little girl lost,
 a mother of three sons
a woman with desires
 and ambitions

Do you see the mad poet,
 perhaps only the smiles 
or can you dig deep
 down and sense
there's that person within us all

Do you see me in yourself, 

as I see YOU?

We all have pain,
 we have secrets, we have views
we escape our reality
 for a short while
and share our destiny,
 hopes and dreams...
read between the lines
let us overflow

 There's hope for us all
for a poet's heart never wanes 
even in the quietest times of all
ready to leap without caution
dive off a cliff, 
soar with pen in hand
 to trace
all the colors of a poet
...the shades of life

© 2013 Frieda P


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you have expressed the poet heart beautifully here, frieda. and you have shown the reader a part of your inner being and challenged them to find you within themselves, clever moves which demonstrate a sharp mind and at the same time a deep and loving soul. i feel there is a little of each of us within each other if we only learn how to reach it. this is a glorious piece of personality, painted into a loving and soulful poem. very nice!

Posted 11 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Exactly quin, that was what I was trying to say...you made it more simply understood. I think we al.. read more



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This is a beautifully written, unique piece of work. "Do you see me in yourself,
as I see YOU?" A question that we ask ourselves- when we allow others into our heartfelt emotions spilled out on a piece of paper- like a blank canvas exposing our pains & pleasures. You are a talented writer with an incredible imagination. I like the idea of the 'Mad Poet' inside us all. Great write. Thank you for sharing.

'for a poet's heart never wanes
even in the quietest times of all
ready to leap without caution
dive off a cliff,
soar with pen in hand
to trace
all the colors of a poet
...the shades of life'

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Thanks for such a lovely review jenn, I'm thrilled you enjoyed this one.
Nice. (:

Posted 11 Years Ago


You have really expressed the beauty of a poets heart here, for when people see us they often just look upon the persona we have created. I think I'm lucky enough here to see there is a beautiful person inside you allowing you to be a poet of infinite talent, a wonderful write from a talented poet.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

What a lovely review Forgotten, thanks so much!
Forgotten

11 Years Ago

No problem, It's always great to have the opportunity to read the work from great poets such as your.. read more
beautifully expressed and very poignant; very accomplished.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Thanks so much Indie.
Good job frieda

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Thanks Baby.
People see in us what we let them see. Some, like you, are brave enough to bare your souls and hope people will love you anyway. I love the fear, hope and raw emotion in this poem.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

And I love your review, thanks so much Claire.
A poem that is full of humanity... wise words to heed...

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Thanks Jibey....nice to see you.
Wow. Such an amazing write hun, as always you have made me speechless and blown me away!! Nice! Loved it!!

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Speechless, perfect! ;-)
Very nice poem.

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

Thanks Todd.
A poet is all of this Frieda. A human being just like others but sensitive and open to sharing her/his joys, sorrows, triumphs & despair with the world. And in this doing a great service to mankind!
Your thoughts are very appreciated>

Posted 11 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

11 Years Ago

As are yours always Divya, thanks x
AYVID N

11 Years Ago

:)

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If you want to know me, read my poetry, it's all in there. I am a mother of three sons (my finest moments) a sister, a survivor and a little bit crazy. I lost my beloved sister to suicide, so you'll.. more..

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