Poetry in Motion

About the Book

In Poetry in Motion, author Emmett Mitchell writes timeless poetry that considers the issues that face us today. His collection of poetry ranges on topics from double jeopardy and crime to emotions that change with the wind. He addresses the topics that must be discussed for a consensus or a least a basic understanding to be reached. Emotions form the basis for the themes that he addresses in his very personal poetry.

Poetry in Motion provides a glimpse into the life and thoughts of author Emmett Mitchell.

Diamond in the Rough

I am a diamond in the rough that has not been polished and is still uncut.

There have been many times I’ve been overlooked.

There have even been times that I have been picked up and thrown back down.

I was mistaken for being just another stone.

My true value remains unknown.

I am still in my original state, the same state I’ve been in since I pushed my way up through many layers of earth.

There is more to me than what someone might expect in a diamond because I have not been cut and polished yet…

About the Author

Emmett Mitchell is the second oldest son of Johnnie Mitchell II and Margie J. Mitchell.

He is a father, Vietnam Era Veteran, and a LVN. His family members, siblings, and children are his inspiration for writing poetry.