Poem -

A Note To Self

A Note To Self

Into the streams which hold your self-esteem 
I clean and gleam 
Those dusty beams 

So you may see the reflection 
Which begs attention 
Yet too scared to mention
Because of all the blight 
Infection from life 
That caused you strife 

You feel so broken 
Words left unspoken
Sit in rubble 
From all the trouble-
That fell 

Bringing with it 
Your own personal hell
In which you dwell 
Hide within your broken shell 

Well... here I stand 
With open hands 
I offer all I have to give 
In hope 
You see
There is still enough light 
To take a chance on life 

Dreams don’t have to reside in the mind
Just offer your heart 
Some peace
Be kind 

Self worth brings fortune 
More priceless than any jewel
Bleeds out the cruel 

Live life as the fool 
And you will always reap 
An ever abundant knowledge from the deep 

Just listen to your own words 
The ones behind the fear 
Hold them close 
All will become clear 

Now take these polished beams I’ve cleaned 
And have a good look at your self-esteem 

Like 8 Pin it 3
Support CosmoFunnel.com

Support CosmoFunnel.com

You can help support the upkeep of CosmoFunnel.com via PayPal.

Log in to leave a comment.

Comments

author
Curious Onlooker

Loved it. The metaphors, the flow on some of the verses. Well done!

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Many thanks for stopping by and reading this one. So grateful of your feedback :)

Reply
author
Marion

Lovely verse Gwen, from the darkness comes light, I hope the sun shines as brilliantly as it can for the whole world.
hugs my friend ❤️

Reply
author
Gwendoline

❤️ hugs lovely. Going to pm you soon xx 

Reply
author
Shaun Cronick

An inspiring and great write that offers hope to one and all Gwen.
Hope that almost forgotten uplifting virtue, but not after reading your equally uplifting poem.
And I like what you did with the words, your words,' Be kind'.
A wee bit bolder to stand out and shine brighter to add to your poem of inner self esteem and focus.
A little subliminal to register in a reader's mind and get your message over a little more.
Full honours and poetry kudos to you Gwen and I wish you well and thank you for writing and sharing your inspiring poem of hope.❤️
 

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Hello Shaun, wow thank you for your wonderful words and support. It is always such a pleasure to hear from you. I was definitely attempting some self care here. So lovely to read your thoughts on this. Happy writing my friend, I can’t wait to read your next piece 

your friend Gwen ❤️
 

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Hello Shaun, wow thank you for your wonderful words and support. It is always such a pleasure to hear from you. I was definitely attempting some self care here. So lovely to read your thoughts on this. Happy writing my friend, I can’t wait to read your next piece 

your friend Gwen ❤️
 

Reply
author
RG

What a write !!! 

“Self worth brings fortune 
More priceless than any jewel
Bleeds out the cruel ”  
this stood out to me however the whole write was very resonating and powerful ! I also loved how you put “be kind” in bold amidst the whole write really emphasizing the importance of just being a forgiving our thoughtful person . Kudos to you on this one !! 

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Hello Shallow Waters, 
so thrilled you enjoyed this one. I loved reading your connection and understanding of this piece. A wonderful feedback that lifts my mood, and feeds me much encouragement. Many many thanks 🙏 
 

Reply
author
John Loopstra

I so see what you mean😁💐 love this piece. Thanks for sharing. 

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Thank you ever so much John for the read and lovely feedback 
Gwen 😊

Reply
author
Neville

This could very easily be made into a rap song .. a good one at that and whilst not my favourite musical genre the words themselves and consequently the message they collectively convey have a resounding inspirational quality and impact upon the reader .. and whilst I can not speak for anyone else, that is the magic I personally found here today ............................................................. N x 

Reply
author
Gwendoline

Wow a rap? Gosh I wonder how that would sound. I often feel rap is very poetic just to a crazy beat 🙃 A compliment my friend and so thank you so very much, and once again thank for looking back on my poetry. You are a truly kind human 
Gwen x

Reply
author
Neville

although it may seem somewhat contentious, I think Bob Dylan was probably one of the very earliest rappers with songs like Subterranean Homesick Blues .. and tho' not a fan of Rap, I am of Dylan .. and yes, absolutely, my comment was intended as a compliment .. 

Neville x

Reply
Poem -

Truth?…

Truth?…

Truth…
Sits between
splintered tongues
Heckling torrential songs

Raining...

Poem -

The Perfect Hue

The Perfect Hue

he is sat within the bosom
of our cherry blossom dreams

reflecting on the potent sway...

Poem -

Robin

Robin

intrepid little warrior
stoutly dressed
the guise of spring
blazoned on his chest...

Latest poems in Freestyle

Poem -

Deep Dust

Deep Dust

apocalyptic deity
wrestling with time bombs
shouting in militant mold

***FLAMING!...

Poem -

Sleep police

Revised

When it's after dinner
And time for sleep

You're the police.

You want to go out...

Poem -

Stick a Fork in Me

Stick a Fork in Me

That rumbling seismic shift
in the not too far off distance
is coming for us on the 20th...

Advertise on CosmoFunnel.com