• in every word I've chosen to use
    I've presented with much reason and thought
    the definitions of the words I choose
    fitting with the precision I've sought

    they nest together without flaw or fail
    I mean exactly as I say and write
    for not every phrase needs a skulking veil
    so don’t tell me my language is trite

    not every subject denotes of greatness
    or may boast any qualities thereof
    to encrust trash with diamonds is heinous
    not every crow should be praised as a dove

    a poet's words are meant to entice but...
    the form before me is no more than nice