These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Kural: "Poetry"

Writing from my youth
expresses my heart.

Sometimes sensible and wise,
poetry brings growth.

Other days in jest
poetry brings relief.

When blank the mind,
poetry is silent.

Depression ravages the heart.
Poetry salves balm.

Money pays the bills.
Verse makes life.

The past may taunt.
Poetry gives hope.

Life may seem meager.
Poetry lifts it.

Not adverse to verse,
smiles save youth.

Rhythm's rhyme each day
makes it well.

by Jay O’Toole
on May 23rd, 2024