Image: Corners and Bends
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taking cautionary child steps with an eye
to anticipate vicious corners and sharp bends
expecting nothing wild or untoward that lie
along the way of unexpected surprises
wanting an assurance of a gentle journey
with an opening of not starting light fires
rather living the fast lane in orderly manner
and closing it easy if caught in tight situations
music to the ears in confidence to a cause
no worry but a brave front to stifle opposition
lest good upbringing and manners are forgotten
spared from shooting stars likely to appear
carefully nurtured to face up against fears
Mary's at What's Going On with
Opening and Closing
In other words, a child that was raised right!
ReplyDeleteYour poems have such a distinctive flow and voice. No one else can duplicate you, Hank.