Dear Editor, enclosed you'll find my soul

Forgive that I've imposed upon your time

I know you tire of vapid thoughts unwhole

Hence I submit this rapid writ in rhyme

To introduce my written work with heed

I pray you will be smitten by its charm

Your glassy eyes and addled mind thus freed

A cleft thus closed and straddled arm-in-arm

So please peruse, reflect and keep in mind

It is with great respect I've honored you

This glimpse into my flame that's intertwined

With joy, esteem, and shame that I accrue

I'll shout and sing and dance as my hope soars

I thank you for this chance, sincerely yours