Suffering in it, some will say.
I am not suffering today.
Let there be no shred of doubt
Enter your kind thoughts about
Negativity from me.
Cares and woes will pass, you'll see.
Eventually, I'll break free.
About the Creator
Dana Crandell
Dad, Stepdad, Grandpa, Husband, lover of Nature and dogs.
Poet, Writer, Editor, Photographer, Artist
My poetry collection: Life, Love & Ludicrosity
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Comments (5)
This feels resilient, and I like how you’ve been able to rhyme all your acrostics Dana! Just for an extra challenge😄
Masterful work here, I love the way you were able to sneak in a rhyme scheme within this already inspiring message! Great work Dana!! Happy you're back creating these wonderful pieces!! 😊
Ah that felt so liberating! Loved your poem!
Sadly, most will stay silent. Well said.
Love the last line. Don't we all long to be free?