Fourteen Lines

Ferrick Gray

Poetry Showcase

Volume 2, Issue 1

January 12, 2026

When fourteen lines are used to write a verse,

These fourteen lines, fond memories oft recall —

Just fourteen lines? You ask. Well what is worse,

To use these fourteen lines or none at all?

In fourteen lines, I pause to gaze a while,

In fourteen lines, I touch your tender cheek,

In fourteen lines, I see your loving smile,

In fourteen lines, I drown in your mystique.

But you may wonder, if I really feel

The things I say, (O’ quell this aching heart!)

I beg of you, accept my sound appeal —

To give my all, and never be apart.

⠀ A verse so simple, with a love so true;

⠀ In fourteen lines, I write my love for you.