There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
Anger is not a good thing, but that is what I am feeling right now. Of many suitors, I chose my spouse.
By Seema Patel17 days ago in Poets
Is writing mean nothing, these days? It sure feels so. I have written hundreds of articles over years, lots of time and effort,
The golden year you've waited for Arrived and here you are Just following the same routines That haven't worked, so far.
By Dana Crandell17 days ago in Poets
This message is for the top one percent The people have grown to resent Breaking their backs for slave wages You haven't begun to see what rage is
By Leslie Writes17 days ago in Poets
I brushed my teeth today, I should get a GOLD star!! I brushed my teeth today, I should get a GOLD star! I brushed my teeth today, I.... should get a GOLD Star!
By 365poetry17 days ago in Poets
Feel the Need I feel it in him, a shadow crawling, hunger twisting beneath the ribs, eyes glinting where the light fails,
By Marie381Uk 17 days ago in Poets
In the centre of town, there's a hill. They call it Steep Hill. Climbing it is a genuine fight I'd recommend…
By Moon Desert18 days ago in Poets
~Alisha~ What it Means: A protector or advocate for people who lack voice or power * Words That Describe the Name: ALISHA
By Alisha Wilkins ✒️🦋🖋️18 days ago in Poets
Most mornings my alarm goes off, and it’s time to rise and ✨ shine Now I roll over and take my sleeping pills, cause asleep is the only time I’m fine.
By Alaine Hay18 days ago in Poets
Some journeys begin without noise, No celebration, no cheering voice. Just a single step on an empty road, With a heart unsure of the weight it holds.
By Alexander Mind18 days ago in Poets
Garden sleeping now spring’s magic wand waves floral paradise appears. The dormant garden will wake up as the temperature rises in spring. A riot of colors will make it a floral paradise.
By Seema Patel18 days ago in Poets
Tiny acorns fall belittle not, they create a vast oak forest. This season, there are many acorns beneath the oak trees. If given the right conditions, the acorn can become a forest, giving life and sustenance to many.