Give and Take

I was no different than anyone else. Not really unique;
in that I was made, in part, from pieces of others I’ve known,

friends and family mostly. Those still here,
and welcome spirits who seem content to stay.

Also, there were a few women I loved at one time or another.
Although, some of them took a few pieces with them.

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Direction: What did you think of my title?
How does this theme appeal to you?
How was the beginning/ending of the poem?

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski, Billy Collins, Ted Kooser, Haiku & Harvey Kurtzman (a visual poet, of sorts)

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Comments

Lavender

1 year 4 months ago

Give and Take

Hello, Michael,
Yes, this is what makes us who we are today - bits and pieces of others we've connected with at some point in our lives. Very reflective piece
Thank you,
L

Michael Anthony

1 year 4 months ago

OMG L! I had originally

OMG L! I had originally titled this "Bits and Pieces." I think there is a wavelength we are sharing. Thanks for your comments,as always, much appreciated!

Best

William Lynn

1 year 4 months ago

Hi Michael.

Short and sweet and to the point. I especially enjoyed the last line, as some of them damn sure took a few pieces with them.

Thanks for sharing. - Will