I run circles around my dreams—
sometimes my nightmares,
so close, both within reach.
That is why I keep going.
The cat-and-mouse of longing
is ultimately worth it in the end.
We don’t get anywhere by giving up.
I fail. Then I’m five steps ahead.
Fail again. Rise again.
Passion is the tool.
Passion makes me bloodthirsty to prevail.
I was called for this, to thrive.
What is this?
This is poetry. This is love.
This is God.
When I capture it, I will set it free
returning all of me.
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Natasha Collazo
Selected Writer in Residency, Champagne France ---2026
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Comments (6)
When I capture it I will set it free sits so well with the cat and mouse longing.
Oh wow, this was so profound. Loved your poem!
Definitely an inspirational poem
Such beautiful and meaningful words. Excellent work, Natasha.
Beautiful writing as always! Thank you for sharing:)
Purpose… sounds like a wonderful thing