Fairies, Gnomes, and Imagined Friends

There is a sort of coziness

instead of feeling loneliness.

When you write, you’re often alone.

There’s freedom when you’re on your own.

I have often heard poets say,

“I’m so alone every day.”

But i sometimes feel fortunate,

not having to collaborate.

I feel free to speak honestly

with no one else restraining me.

Am i alone? That all depends

on my imaginary friends.

I can be cozy by myself

but i do have an inner elf.

Walt Abbott–9-24-2009