Poetry Comes From Here Poem by Mehta Hasmukh Amathaal

Poetry comes from here
Sunday,20th June 2021

Poetry comes from where?
I dared to ponder
is it flowing like divine water?
the fresh source from the river

who are we?
are we really free?
to air and spread the message!
yes, dear poet, your name shall make an imprint on the page

do we feel bad?
or become sad,
when hurt most!
what does it cost?

if you are self-made
and not making it a trade
you are a real Poet
with no reaction and remaining quiet

if you are for show off
readers may laugh
at your childish manner
as you are given laudable honour

there is no room for complaint
readers are clever at the present day
they know which way to swing and stay
and, at the same time, pay respect and regard

Dr Hasmukh Mehta
D.Litt, Folt