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Today's notion?
THE CURE
And here's the irony: These are lyrics from Lovesong, which was written, performed and released back in 1989 by (are you ready for this?) The Cure!
Then I really let my mind rock and roll and wondered what I would, if I could, cure. What would you put your energy into? For now, how about a poem? THE CURE. Ponder it. Work it. Write it.
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I initially chose this topic after reading this NY Times article detailing the case of a child born HIV positive who's been declared cured. Not in remission. CURED! He is healthy. He is well. He is whole.
After reading the article, these words sang through mind: I Am Whole Again.
After reading the article, these words sang through mind: I Am Whole Again.
And here's the irony: These are lyrics from Lovesong, which was written, performed and released back in 1989 by (are you ready for this?) The Cure!
Then I really let my mind rock and roll and wondered what I would, if I could, cure. What would you put your energy into? For now, how about a poem? THE CURE. Ponder it. Work it. Write it.
Post your work on your website, then use Mr. Linky to share it with us. Feel free to leave a comment below, and be sure to support your fellow poets by visiting and commenting.
Although I will be on airplanes for the bulk of the day, I look forward to reading some amazing poems as soon as I settle in and find an internet connection! ~ Kim
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The Cure is L O V E. Thank you Kim!
ReplyDeleteCould not agree with greater enthusiasm!
DeleteKim- The Cure was my favorite back in the day, although my poem's not about the band. Thanks for another great prompt.
ReplyDeleteHope everyone enjoys their day, can't wait to read the poems today's prompt has inspired.
ReplyDeleteThe first thing I thought of was Leonard Cohen's song "Ain't No Cure." And I went from there. I'm on my way to read those who have shared before me.
ReplyDeleteSan Diego 1986 The Cure in concert - my poem's not about the band either, but maybe it should have been.
ReplyDeleteGreat prompt, i have had a bit of a virus today, so my poem reflects this and the cure. I hate viruses.
ReplyDeleteRecover quickly, Alan!
Deletea great way to celebrate good news!
ReplyDeleteit's taken me longer than usual to make this poem right but I'm.pleased I persevered. it does mean it's well past bed time though so I'll visit you all tomorrow xxx
ReplyDeleteKim, enjoyed your story so much, I read it to my husband! I love serendipity like that :-)
ReplyDeleteI tell you, Sara, when I pay attention, synchronicity and serendipity occur quite often.
DeleteHi guys... This is my first time to join the Verse First.. Hope it's not too late... Please check it out... Thanks!!! ;)
ReplyDeleteThrilled you joined!
DeleteKim's The Cure is truly amazing... Like it so much... ;)
ReplyDeleteThrilled that you like it. Happy you've come to join the party!
DeleteIt's been a long time.
ReplyDeleteThrilled to see you here, Simon! I'll head over to your post right now!
DeleteI did a silly little bit on some news my daughter and I heard today. The news story discussed something I wish I could cure before my daughter is too deeply affected by it.
ReplyDeletethis blog is really a great cure to the expressing hearts
ReplyDeletewell, this time too, my words flew in the same direction about a girl child. Sorry, for having repeated the theme but the more I think the more it pains.
ReplyDeleteAkila
Oh, nearly forgot to comment, after being lateish - but thankfully not too late - getting a poem written for this. It's good to have these prompts, to find out what I'm thinking, lol.
ReplyDeleteAm very late here, been a busy day. Another older poem that never saw much daylight.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth