Falling Plum Poetry: The Better Angels

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

The Better Angels

By this time,
I know the better angels
of my nature*
disagree.

*With thanks to Abraham Lincoln for the metaphor. (image and quote from Lincoln's first inaugural address.)
One Single Impression Prompt: Angels

4 comments:

Templeton's fury said...: i love this. i admire both Lincoln and your style.; August 8, 2010 at 1:31 PM
Staying in Balance said...: Thanks! So glad you appreciate it!!; August 8, 2010 at 1:57 PM
TACParent said...: As I read your poem, I heard Lincoln's voice. Amazing style.; August 27, 2010 at 8:59 AM
Staying in Balance said...: Thanks! That's cool that you could hear Lincoln's voice!; August 27, 2010 at 9:07 AM