Poet Persona And You, Which Is Which? Poem by Chuy Amante

Who is the poet
whose lines we
recognize?
Are there patterns
in their written art?
Does the texture change?
Or is it a mood ring,
always the ring
but ever changing colors?

Does it mean anything if a poet is a near
perfect reflection of the pen pusher?

Does poetry reveal deeper truths that
wouldn't normally be seen with the writer?

Is an alter-ego poet most prevalent?

What is a true poet?
True to the craft?
a true preacher?
true to their self?
true to the genre?
a kook with one oar?

Yeah, I know which one I am
now where did my boat go?