Reason for Rhyme

I need my poetry to rhyme.

I’ve heard of free verse in my time

But wonder where the rhythm goes

With all those words that ebb and flow.

I need my poetry to sing

And dance to beats heard underneath

The words themselves. Then meaning seems

As effortless as melody.

I need my verse to lift and sway

So as I go about my day,

The words can carry me along

And echo my life story’s song.