Hi Vail, I wrote this poem in order to inspire and create an awareness of ones actions. Meaning, I wanted those who read the poem and are aspiring writers to be encouraged, not to give up if turned down. I also wanted any editors or publishers to be more mindful of their own actions when considering a writers work because in this day and age you never know who will sell and who will not. It is not meant to be an angry piece and it is not intended to lash out at anyone, as I have never experienced this myself. The mere fact that you felt as strongly as you did gives me encouragement because the whole point of me writing poetry is to obtain a reaction, an emotion from the reader, good, bad or indifferent. I achieved my goal, you felt something and it was strong enough to compel you to critic my work and that is the point of poetry for me.
I appreciate your comments and look forward to having you critic me again.
