Time for our fourth (but not final) Two for Tuesday of the month! Pick one prompt or use both…your choice!
- Write a free poem.
- Write a not free poem.
The Four Freedoms
“Freedom isn’t free”
or so I’ve heard.
It isn’t hungry either
nor is it fearful.
I encourage you speak out
even though I don’t agree.
I defend your worship
even though I don’t believe.
Be not afraid.
There’s no free lunch
but I’m happy to share.
About Bartholomew Barker
Bartholomew Barker is an organizer of Living Poetry, a collection of poets in the Triangle region of North Carolina where he has hosted a monthly feedback workshop for more than decade. His first poetry collection, Wednesday Night Regular, written in and about strip clubs, was published in 2013. His second, Milkshakes and Chilidogs, a chapbook of food inspired poetry was served in 2017. He was nominated for a Pushcart Prize in 2021. Born and raised in Ohio, studied in Chicago, he worked in Connecticut for nearly twenty years before moving to Hillsborough where he lives and writes poetry.
Bartholomew Barker, Poet 
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Thanks!
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It’s true but those who seek it must be given without any charges….🤓👍👏all the best
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It’s a good one and thought provoking…all d best for all others to come
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Thank FDR. I just stole his idea.
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Love it!
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Thanks! Glad it works. I was feeling rushed since I had a workshop last night.
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Whew! That was nicely done.
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Thanks! This one should probably be longer but I had to get something posted before bedtime.
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