Poetry Is Mutual Praise Poem by Marvin Brato Sr

Most often than not
poetry is admiration
of the variable things
that exist in this world
including self and others
in mutual sentimental praise
for it takes two to tango to live.

People who do not love themselves
can not extend appreciation of others
for understanding first our own being
is the very key to comprehend the good
or bad intentions why some bards write
its not the quantity but quality of readers
that truly count who have innate sensibilities.

I prefer even with only one reader
who read and make honest comment
even if its not favorable or appreciative
on the message I want to convey or relay
for as long as he or she understood the point
and make constructive criticism to strengthen
and inspire me to further enhance to be better poet.