Poem Competition

Today I saw an article in our local newspaper... "Write a poem about life in your own area and win £1000"...

I sat on my bed whilst trying to gather thots and inspiration... what to write and how to write and where to write about.... ummm. 30 mins passed, then 1 hour passed...At last!

Anyone with any comments or tips? Enjoy :)

"Finding Peace in Roath Park Swans"

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As I travel down life's busy road

Usually complaining of my own heavy load,

I often think I've been treated unfair

'Cos I feel I've been given more than my share.

I grab some bread off my small kitchen table

And I walk for hours until I am able.

Each time I feel this, I always end here-

The place called Roath Park, where the swans have no fear.

I learn from these swans as I admire their grace

And reflect on my life's fast, random pace.

I rip and I throw the bread in all fashion

Feeding these swans with all of my passion.

So free, so pure, as they compete for the bread

Whilst helping me to have a clearer head.

Thank you dear swans for giving me peace

As my own little worries begin to cease.