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A Single Dad-- A Poem for the Love of Life

and the songs I listened to while writing

By Sam SpinelliPublished about a year ago 1 min read
A Single Dad-- A Poem for the Love of Life
Photo by Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash

"Aren't you lonely? Don't you want romance?"

Ha! Not today

I've got dumpsters to dive, stories to write, and kids to grow-- Full time!

I've got work to do and humanity to love--

There's no time for romance!

and no space for loneliness...

Life's too full and life's too fun

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Sam Spinelli

Trying to make real art the best I can, never Ai!

Help me write better! Critical feedback is welcome :)

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  • Karan w. about a year ago

    Wow, this poem is absolutely lovely! Each line resonates in such a special way! ✨

  • Now that's a wonderful life right there. Loved your poem!

  • R. B. Boothabout a year ago

    Another good one

  • Beth Sarahabout a year ago

    Fantastic sentiment!! Brilliant poem ✨

  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Aww this is sweet and such a good read. Love it.

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