In Defense of the Realm

Lorna

I've watched the world parading by

Through ramparts built around me

I only let the drawbridge down

When I am sure of safety

 

I smile and wave concealed above

Though wary of your presence

I would not wish you go away

But will not grant you access

  • Author: Lorna (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 26th, 2018 04:17
  • Category: Unclassified
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  • Michael Edwards

    Brilliant - even better with the second verse - this is a real gem - big thanks for posting it here.

    • Lorna

      You're the best - thank you Michael...........

    • FredPeyer

      Lorna, this is a great poem. So many people are exactly like that and you expressed it very eloquently. A beautiful poem about the human condition, where each stanza could actually stand on its own, but as Michael said, are much better together.

      • Lorna

        Thank you Fred - this site makes it easier to let the drawbridge down! lol.......

      • Poetic25

        Nicely penned Lorna, so much said in such a short piece. Nice to let the 'drawbridge down' and open up in when it feels comfortable
        Michael 🙂

        • Lorna

          Softly softly catchee monkee............

        • myself and me

          I am not sure the ramparts will keep us safe, but they sure keep others away. Wonderful piece to read.

          • Lorna

            Thanks MM

          • Goldfinch60

            Very good write.

            • Lorna

              Ta!

            • Fay Slimm.

              A stunning verse of mysterious allure dear Lorna. - first class writing.

              • Lorna

                This seemed to resonate with people - I'm surprised at the attention it got. Thanks Fay

              • dusk arising

                Biding ones time until the feeling is right..... some people would call it 'romancing an idea' ..... others 'once bitten, twice shy'.
                I'd call it succinct and very good.

                • Lorna

                  Thanks Dusk - appreciated........

                • Mottakeenur Rehman

                  Wow ....excellent!

                  • Lorna

                    Mottakeenur! Thank you very much.............



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