“The Language of Poetry” by Bob Strum: The New Writers Pick of the Week by Andy Scott

THE LANGUAGE OF POETRY

We are all lost souls
Seeking to be heard,
Wanting to be understood,
Seeking, soul mates,
Understanding,
And the joys of harmonising
With those who comprehend!
We can shout out loud
So that passers bye may hear,
Or perform on a stage
Or on a radio show.
Perhaps that is enough.
The written word,
Rolled on the tongue.
Read many times,
Stirs the senses
And makes it easier
To convey a message.
The language of poetry.
Describes a central theme,
Brought to life
By a companion background.
A pearl set in a cluster of diamonds.
The background
Is harmony,
Music conveyed through
Rhyme, rhythm,
Choice of words,
Metaphor and allusion
To capture attention
And help
Implant the message.
We are like flowers
Nectar attracting
Visitors.
The Pollen ready
To be transported
To those who are waiting
To receive it.
It’s a form of communication
Like no other.
The gift of seeing colours,
Hearing sounds
Beyond the range
Of those who do not understand.