Ronnie McGinn's Poetry Page

To celebrate ten years of writing, Wicklow Writers recently have published "Anniversary", a collection of short stories, poems, and even a comedy play.

As the title suggests, "Anniversary" celebrates the founding of Wicklow Writers, which was formed ten years ago in Wicklow Town.

Last year Martin Swords, a prominent member of the Wicklow Writers Group, sent us a lovely lyrical poem called "As I Came Over Wicklow Gap". This week he presents us with a thought provoking poem which he wrote almost three years ago, yet in view of next years Presidential Elections he couldn't be more up to date. Check out the Wicklow Writers website, you won't be disappointed!

I Stood in Line
(November 4th 2008 - United States Presidential Elections)

I stood in line
Like a horse showing my teeth
I stood in line
While my chains were locked
I stood in line
For a bowl of soup
I stood in line
No poll tax in my pocket
I stood in line
To board the bus
I stood in line
To face the water cannon
I stood in line
To speak out
I stood in line
To be listened to
This day
I stood in line
Proudly stood in the line

© Martin Swords, November 2008