I Write

Yes I write it's what I do
to ease the turmoil that
rages on the inside every
second, every minute of
every day.

Yes I write it's what I do
because there is an abundance
of words twirling, debating and
somersaulting constantly in my
head.

Yes I write it’s what I do
to feign control over this awkward
existence where in my mind's eye
everybody's story, everybody’s experience
is a best seller, a news headline,
a box office topper - important.

Yes I write it's what I do
because the profound for me
does not last merely an instant
but repeats itself like a non-terminating
algebraic expression.

Yes I write it's what I do
because my thoughts ...
these words... are
like a flowing river with
no clear beginning and no
clear end...

Copyright ©2001 Danique Williams