My child you ask me why
And so I give a sure reply
The reason why I write you ask?
I do so to unveil a mask -
To state a claim my dear
And dry these noble tears at last
The reason why I write
Is to be free -
As that young lad's kite
To flee from charmless grips
And stray from harm's lustful flight
You ask me why I write today?
I do so that you go away!
To a place, within my space
That way I'll have a worthy say
I write my dear to tell a tale
Of places that I once had sailed
The promises that were never had
The eluded dreams that made me sad
The reason why I write a verse
Is to soothe this soul I thought was cursed
To trod with care through lonely roads
And pray my troubles be reversed
The reason why I write to you
Is so you ‘ll see my point of view
That in all things, there is a verse
A spring that takes away all thirst
Copyright © 2012
Being universal in the aspect of explicating all about literature, why, what? in that single term literature to be free, unveil a mask, state a claim, tell a tale, promises that were never had soothe this soul i thought cursed. Godfrey, you are unique, thanks for sharing.......
Well written explanation of why you and others write. A positive personal message for all. Loved this poem.
amazing poem. Really felt a conection with certain lines as they are the reasons i write :) . the poem flowed and rhymed really well. i loved it :)
You write because you are a poet, and a good one! Wonderful poem my friend
there is a verse -A spring that takes away all thirst. Why? - because they are dictated from don't know where - that could be my answer. Nice to read your opinion!
Bursting with beauty. Well done my friend.10/10
excellent write on why I write. you have spoken for all poets everywhere. writing is a great release of emotions.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
superbly written... freeing the soul through your writing. love it!