Wednesday, 29 September 2010

' This Poem...' - Elma Mitchell.

This poem is dangerous: It should not be left
Within the reach of children, or even adults
Who might swallow it whole, with possibly
Undesirable side-effects. If you comr across
An unattended, unidentified poem
In a public place, do not attempt to tackle it
Yourself. Send it (preferbably, in a sealed container)
To the nearest centre of learning, where it will be rendered
Harmless, by experts. Even the simplest poem
May destroy your immunity to human emotions.
All poems must carry a Government warning. Words
Can seriously affect your heart.


FROM:- People Etcetra: Poems new and selected, Peterloo Poets, 1987.
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5 comments:

  1. Linda17 August 2013 at 22:45

    Elma Mitchell was an underrated poet. Her poems 'Country Life' and 'Thoughts after Ruskin are amongst my favourites of all time.

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  2. teifidancer19 August 2013 at 12:04

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  3. teifidancer19 August 2013 at 12:05

    Thank you very much, a great under appreciated Scottish poet of much originality...

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  4. Unknown11 December 2013 at 20:28

    I came across this poem, unattended, for the first time, in my local library...it is simply wonderful.

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  5. teifidancer12 December 2013 at 10:52

    am glad that you enjoyed it...regards

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