It is what it is,
The magic words of not trying,
Accepting the world,
The art of quietly dying,
It is,
Blandest observance to date,
What it is,
Calling the final shake,
But was it?
Dream above this slate,
What it isn’t?
Opened hands wait,
Could have been,
Life goes on,
Try again,
Until it is.
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Jamye Sharp
Oregon writer, trying to have some fun and improve my craft.
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Such beautiful simplicity, and I love the way you highlight the significance of acceptance!
This was so poignant yet so beautifully written. Loved your poem!
I relate to the thought process of this at different times throughout my life. Great job!