Perfect

The perfect leader does not seek to lead

others follow in his dust

The perfect hero by self not decreed

does what he must

A wise man speaks with the tongue of a child

simplicity is his game

True love is not salted but sweet and mild

wild animals it will tame

If there was a god it would not be a man

it would be life giving like water in an ocean

A perfect poet leads fearlessly with no plan

spewing love and life from the mouth of emotion

Reviews

[Marie]

Love is a miracle worker, there can be no doubt about that and both human kind and animal respond to it positively. True love is not salter or bitter it is sweeter than honey! A good leader does not wallow in Ego. He puts the safety of his followers before himself. The perfect hero does not see himself as one, he simply does what he has to do regardless! A wise man speaks with the simplicity and humility of a child. He is not overbearing with his views on anything, he listens to others without judgement. God is NOT a man, he is energy as is the spirit within our body, in other words, each of us is God having a human experience? A good poet is wise, he knows when to speak and when to be silent. He understands that his words are mightier than a sword and can be equally as deadly when required. Wow! You created a wondrous poetic gem in this succinct write which touched your reader as I read! Both insightful and thought provoking, you have given your reader a picnic basket of amazing food for thought to ponder over in the quieter moments of my day. Thank you for sharing, dear poet...

[Soren]

Don't you just hate it when the review is more poetic than the poem. Thank you Marie for the most touching words of encouragement. They are deeply valued.

[Marie]

Most welcome always, dear poet...

[Amy R]

What a powerful poem, it encourages us to see that selflessness and emotional expression are the true measures of greatness.
The main idea suggests that true leadership and heroism are not about seeking power or recognition but about selflessness, simplicity, and authenticity.

Language is simple yet straightforward with the tone.

Thanks for sharing
-Amy

[Soren]

Straight to the heart Amy thank you for your read and interpretation it is most appreciated and valued

[Amy R]

You're very welcome.