Shane Dickie Poems

How marvelous nature is!

How intelligent and independent!
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Writing to me is as simple as breathing
Second nature, I empty my lungs— exhale,
Clear my mind and breathe in fresh air,
Filling my mind with inspiration,
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My identity has been forged for me long ago
I need not spend long hours in search of how
I may stand out from others. No. Quite the opposite,
My life was hammered into shape by the anvil
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As the poet, you are not the master,
But only the follower,
Let the muse awake your senses and stir your passions,
Like a poor blind beggar seek after rations,
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Walking memories, estates and history
Handed down through the ages;
In deeds done and battles fought and won,
People are museums with their stored
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Starfish were you Created in the Stars and Thrown Down to Earth
Starfish, are you a gift from the heavens
Cast down to Earth for mere mortals to enjoy?
Starfish, were you once a star that shone too bright
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Happiness is a shy, skittish cat,
Who will only show her face in brief glimpses,
Never long stares,
Her appearance is ever sought by Humanity,
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It's our nation's biggest secret,
How great our country is to live in.
Canada - your under-stated mascot-the beaver!
Canada - home to scenic landscapes and rugged
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I align my compass every morning
To the cardinal point of true north,
I read God's word to prepare myself
Spiritually, mentally, physically and socially
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Words are dripping down my cheeks,
Propelled from my face, dancing at the
Corners of my mouth; rolling off my
Tongue; messengers of freedom to
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