I’ve always been a simple man, so it seemed to me,
So I was shocked when I was told I should try poetry.
I never saw my self as being very good with words,
So being called a poet, to me seemed so absurd.
But I took a piece of paper, and then I took a pen,
And I really wrote a poem that rhymed from front to end.
I wrote things from the heart and from the feelings of this man,
And from that piece of paper, my poetry began.
I’ve always been a craftsman, I like to work with wood,
I like making things from scratch and hope they turn out good.
But now that I have written, and my feelings have been read,
If I can’t work with wood, I’ll make things out of words instead.
Jack Roberts - October 27 2002
Want to review or comment on this poem?
Need a FREE Reader Membership?
Reviews of "The Poet"
Reviewed by *********** ********** (Reader)
Reviewed on November 15, 2002
To me a poet is....a giver of images a painter of words....an engraver of thought.....you are a wondeful Poet...Ty, Dani
I have believed that a good poem is a true work of art. I believe a good poet is always willing to put a lot of work into his writing but you already seem to know all that. - Vic
Oh, my.. I hope you continue with both! writing is a great release and you seem to have discovered that completely.. Ive written poems all my life and will never stop.. I cant.. these babies demand to be born! hahah.. you have the heart for poetry, I think.. a natural. This is lovely, Jack. katy.
Reviewed by Betty Rickard (Reader)
Reviewed on October 28, 2002
Excellent write..Written well..
Betty
Reviewed by Sandy Forbes (Reader)
Reviewed on October 28, 2002
Terrific read! Sometimes God uses our children to bring out the best in us. In this case, you were sitting on a goldmine and didn't even know it. Fantastic and entertaining!
Yes. This is how I felt. Though I've always crafted with words. I would love for you to read my piece, "Firtst Breath". It is my "poetry awareness" piece, my song of joy...
I can feel how sensitive your senses are, to wood, poetry, and people, Jack.
:)
Erin
Reviewed by Cathy Montgomery (Reader)
Reviewed on October 28, 2002
Very good--like the ending, too...
Reviewed by Thelma Shutters (Reader)
Reviewed on October 28, 2002
Boy do I know how you feel it is so weird to just all of a sudden get this gift. Great Write. Thelma
A collection of love poetry both relatable and unique.. Poems both joyful, playfu , yearning and romantic. The Poet has exposed his heart and soul in words of love and admiration. Take a journey through the thoughts of a Contempary poet of love. Poet
Hundreds of excerpts from the archives of the Narcissistic Abuse Study List regarding Pathological Narcissism, relationships with abusive narcissists, and the Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
Share
Print
Save
Follow
JC xoxoxoxo
Betty
I can feel how sensitive your senses are, to wood, poetry, and people, Jack.
:)
Erin
Wood, paper. You are still crafting on wood, no matter how you look at it.doing an excellent job at it too dear.
Sandie May / Sandie Angel :o)
You have more talent than you
know! Great write!
This is a beautiful poem
and I loved the ending... Excellent Peg