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It was knowledge he craved

Realising there was so much to absorb

He spent a lifetime chasing it wherever he could.

There was no doubt the longing lived inside him

He tried his hand at so many things

Discovered a love of words and the shapes they might take.

He wanted his words to sing, to play out

So, he wrote for performance

Both musical and play.

Always there was the hunger to go that bit further

But more than once he found his limit reached.

It was then he knew it was time to change tack

Try another approach, find a new audience.

His goal became to engage his readers, titillate them

Have them question their own responses to his words

Could and even would they see the longing within him.

It was never words for the sake of words

When that happened, he admonished himself

Reminding himself that…

When I first left home, was daunting
But managed to experience life
That lasts

I met Him Indoors in the lab
The beginning of our love
Not end

Then HRH the son was born
After seven years of marriage
Our joy

We live in our house with garden
Three tortoises named Gin, Rex, Nik
Our pets

A simple life, a happy home
Stable jobs and good health for us
Our goals*

(c) ladyleemanila 2017

* “Synchronicity” (The state or fact of being synchronous or simultaneous; synchronism. Coincidence of events that seem to be meaningfully related.). This form consists of eight three-line stanzas in a syllable pattern of 8/8/2. This poetry type has no rhyme and is written in the first person with a twist. The twist is to be revealed within the last two stanzas. Created by Debra Gundy.

For: Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 4, Saturday Mix – Opposing…

Welcome to July’s blog party and the book cover reveal of my second poetry book.

Can you believe that we are already done with the 1st half of this year? It’s been a roller-coaster year, but we must keep thankful for where we are, for each day and the opportunities that come our way.

Let’s kick in the next half with good positive vibes, motivation, focus, and gratitude.

I would love to thank all my newly acquired blogger friends. I appreciate your taking the time to connect with me on my blog. This is a blog that offers the opportunity to connect with others through monthly blog parties, featured posts,posts that caught my interest and author zone. Feel free to avail yourself of any of these opportunities.

I believe that we grow by supporting each other and I hope that you find that support here.

Do make yourself comfortable. Refreshments…