The Approach

One-line poem prompt for November 18

Samantha Lazar
Chalkboard

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Photo by Matthew Waring on Unsplash

people before me say
the climb only looks
steep from where you stand
but it’s the descent
that has my attention
people below rarely
look back from where
they came

Samantha Lazar 2020

Your turn!

THEME: Approach

Share your own one-line poem (30 words or less) on the theme as a response to this post, or write a stand-alone piece if you prefer. Tag your piece ‘One Line’ or if it’s 15 words or less, ‘Chalkboard Espresso’. If you have a stand-alone poem, be sure to leave a link in the response section below.

As always, thanks to our hosts, Harper Thorpe, Kathy Jacobs, and the rest of the talented Chalkboard team!

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