Don'T Close Out Poetry Comments

This is a poem that opens the door for people who may not yet appreciate poetry. They have to start somewhere and this poem could be that somewhere that begins their journey. Whether they are 6 or 60, this is a non-threatening invitation. I say this because I am surrounded by relatives who have no interest in poetry and express impatience if I mention it. If I could just get them to listen to your poem, then perhaps...perhaps....