FROM THE POET

This is a series of poems written by John Svododa over a number of years. There are times of peak-where numerous poems were written & there are also times of lows where there are long periods between each poem. As the author is trying to reach a goal of 1001 (and then retire!!) it was never envisaged that this would be done over a short period of time. Poems can be humorous, ridiculing someone or something, show a meaning of hurt or love or even project feelings that not necessarily be directed to the same person/thing, can be a reflection of life or to be life. Most poems are trying to send a message to the reader be it not understandable or nonsense.

The idea of this poet is not to have any ill feelings against anyone but to be read by young whom can learn about life – and by the elderly look back at what could have been. Some are very personal- but who cares when you are currently living in a life that has total enjoyment. Suggestion is not to criticize but to take in the enjoyment of creative poetry make it meaningful and thus may be you can be an author.

SO NOW:

Please Read On!

Saturday, 20 August 1983

Poem Number 3 - Operation - 20/8/1983

Darkness covers the mind,
As the dreaded thoughts are discovered,
Of the operation theatre, as it draws nearer.
Happier is she, who knows,
Those are all so concerned.

Her so called “Boyfriend”, over-reacts,        
And is anxious to hear the first results.
Suddenly, a nice call from her mother,
And all his worries are over.

He waits to rush and leave from work,                                                
Just to see her, straight away.

He sees her! He talks to her!
But due to her throat being so sore,
She is able to speak to him.

Words are written to enable communication.
He feels love, all around him,
While he notices, 'pink and red roses',
All around him.