Poetry Poem by Barry Middleton

poetry is a time lapse rose
an un-budding

it is a soft focused close up
of star shine

poetry reaches for something
untouchable

it is a well of deep emotion
reflecting

it tells its story in metaphor
and image

poetry is always many sided
like crystal

it is a part of every sensation
tears and laughter

poetry records the whole of life
rage and fear

it is anguish and obsession
a desperate prayer

poetry rises above humanity
poetry has wings