Twinkle In The Poet’s Eye 7.23.2008 Poem by Margaret Alice

Reading poems through my feelings,
finding meaning in expression of emotion,
the tone of voice is heard in the length of
lines, use of nouns and verbs, choice
of melody and sound

The twinkle in the poet’s eye is conveyed
by the structure of his poem, the cynical critic
is clearly discerned; ferocious anger and threats
are heard in furious lines - I eschew all those,
it is too menacing

Preferring love declarations, creating scenes for
imaginary characters – the whispers of a poet in
love can change a day in black-and-white into
a glorious song of colourful delight,
melodious to the touch

I leave realism to those who wish to perpetuate
the status quo and enjoy society as it is; while
seeking wisdom from prophets and seers
describing visions and dreams
of unconditional love -

- creating a new universe –