My Feelings.....about a few things

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IsabelleSkye
Member

since 1999-06-27

Posts 253

0 posted 1999-07-07 12:07 PM

When I write a poem (and mind you I am in NO WAY a pro!) I attempt to BLEED the poem. I really want my heart and soul to be exposed to the reader. I long to have the reader come away touched and maybe a bit tearful. My poetry may not be of a Shakespearean quality, but as long as it touches a heart or makes someone smile I feel that my job is well done. I am learning to write NOT from my life's experiences too, to make my poetry have a broad spectrum. I, alas, cannot rhyme to save my life, so any attempts from me will be awkward and painful! So my meager scratchings here on the forums are just a "Freeverse" type deal. I'll leave the rhyming to Nan and the rest of you awesome poets! I am happy to be surrounded by all of you talented pens and hope it'll rub off on me sometime soon!
I look foward to any thoughts or feelings ya'll might have
Happy Writing
Izzy

Ain' Miss Behavin'
Junior Member

since 1999-07-06

Posts 25

1 posted 1999-07-07 09:14 PM

Now, you know I can't write in free verse to save my life.....CAN'T....NOPE!!!
I need my security blankey, ya know?

Poet deVine

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Member Seraphic

since 1999-05-26

Posts 22612
Hurricane Alley

2 posted 1999-07-07 10:44 PM

I've admired anyone who can write freely without the constraints of rhyme. Guess I'm from the 'old school' that makes it a challenge to find just the right end word that will rhyme - thus I have several rhyming dictionaries at my elbow. I think the rhymes don't sell as well as free verse..that seems to be the more acceptable modern form of poetry....I'm often told I should write for greeting cards..hmmmmm...don't think Hallmark is for me though.

Though I write from experience I often write from challenge phrases (sent by friends) or from everyday phrases I've heard or read. One or two words will trigger an image in my mind and I write it down. I keep a small notebook with me at all times for inspiration.

This is a wonder way to kick off your 'moderation' of this forum.

[This message has been edited by Poet deVine (edited 07-07-99).]

Alysia
Junior Member

since 1999-06-26

Posts 35
american falls, idaho usa

3 posted 1999-07-08 12:57 PM

I personally used to write a lot about personal experiences and rhyme, but last summer I went to a writing seminar that I was chosen for and the first poem I wrote was unlike any other I have ever written. I believe free verse is my escape from any restraints...through it I can get lost in my writing. Don't ever feel obligated to write like a certain person or even a group of people. Orginality often attracts attention.

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~ Alysia*

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