There was a fat cat, Wearing a hat. He sat on a mat With a bat. He was chasing a rat. Splat! He got him flat! Imagine that!
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Poetry Is… 9
Poets have language as their tool as they craft poetry. Metaphors and similes are figures of speech that can make the poem sound like music. There is history, meanings, and suggestions in each poem that show the mastery of language that the poet has. Language can create unforgettable images that compare to life’s happenings.Continue reading “Poetry Is… 9”
The Baboon’s Moon
Very soon, The big baboon Will sing a lively tune And swoon and croon Like a lovesick loon To a yellow balloon He thought was the glowing full moon In June. What a goofy goon! The moon has inspired many poems. It’s energy affects the tides, the weather, and of course the emotions of theContinue reading “The Baboon’s Moon”
Poetry Is…..8
What motivates a poet to write? A poet lets words from his own imagination, intellect, and experience flow through his pen. A poet has a love of language and plays with words to create fresh, pleasant-sounding poetry. Ben Jonson said, “A good Poet’s made as well as born”, which is true. Poems are usuallyContinue reading “Poetry Is…..8”
Bunny’s Nose
Quivering, Questing, The bunny’s nose Is always testing. Sitting in a pose Ears held high Up to the sky As the fox’s scent Is forward sent And bunny hops away And saves the day. Being aware. Staying safe. Your intuition can guide you to the right people and places. Always go with your gut instinct.Continue reading “Bunny’s Nose”
Poetry Is…7
The tone of the poem is the attitude you feel in it. Tone can be playful, funny, regretful, angry etc. Almost all poetry has messages that can be as diverse as stars. The poem has certain beauties in sound and meaning. The attitude a poet has towards his/her audience and the thing, or subjectContinue reading “Poetry Is…7”
The Hands 2
Small hands, Large hands. Hands across the miles. Hands across the globe. Clasping hands, Grasping hands. Hands of love. Fingers; Long and lean, Short and fat. Feeling with touch; Soft and smooth, Hot and cold, Day and night, Left and right. Knuckles wrap And hands clap. Nails scratch And try to match The hand thatContinue reading “The Hands 2”
Poetry Is….6
Poets are interesting people. They are creative and sensitive. They think in different ways and in new directions. Find out about the craft of poetry and how it can make your mind open and nimble. Also, writing is a worthwhile way to express yourself, whether it be as poetry or in a journal entry.Continue reading “Poetry Is….6”
Hands
The Hands. So expressive Of personality. Clasping hands, We share The love of forever. Small hands Are big enough To carry the load, And large hands Are small enough To delicately hold A flower, Without breaking a petal. Rings adorn the fingers As fortune Nips the tips Of the nails. Hands are worthy Of study.Continue reading “Hands”
Poetry Is…5
The tone of the poem is the attitude you feel in it. Tone can be playful, funny, regretful, angry etc. Almost all poetry has messages that can be as diverse as stars. The poem has certain beauties in sound and meaning. The attitude a poet has towards his/her audience and the thing, or subjectContinue reading “Poetry Is…5”
Karen Hein Poetry 