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Pony’s Presence

A young lad, 12-ish or so, Stands before The old barn door. He enters. The comforting smell Of the haybin Rests in the air. A welcoming whinny Sounds From the far stall. As the boy approaches, A soft, brown nose Begins to show itself Above the stall door. Whickering softly, The pony allows The boyContinue reading “Pony’s Presence”

Poetry Is 23

                Poetry can be all-encompassing once it has grabbed hold of your interest. You will find yourself reading, writing, working, and living with poetry. Poetry is a state of being, which can take over your life, in a good way. Learning to write poetry is a good way to explore your inner world. Try toContinue reading “Poetry Is 23”

Writing Exercise 15

Write about a mythical figure you admire. Is it an animal, a person, or a thing? Describe this figure. What legend surrounds him/her/it? Does he/her/it have a lesson for humanity? Are there any T.V. or movies that could tell his/her/it’s story? What special qualities does he/her/it have?

Try Again

A furry Black and brown Caterpillar Marches bravely Up the branch Stopping at An offshoot. On the left, He spies A big, Delicious Green leaf. Hungrily, He moves His scissor-like Mandibles And tries To take A bite. A gust of wind. The leaf F   A      L         L             S Fluttering. Patiently, He continuesContinue reading “Try Again”

Poetry Is 22

                Writing processes include revising and rewriting, sometimes several times. The craft of writing uses special techniques, including the metaphor and the simile. When your work is ready, you can submit it for publication on the internet, at different magazines, in anthologies, or your own book of poetry. The pleasures of reading and writing poetryContinue reading “Poetry Is 22”

A Trail Adventure

As I walk down the trail, The sun streams through The branches of the trees And robins and thrushes Flit and call out. In a patch of sunlight Lies a garden snake, Which slithers slowly Into the underbrush, As I walk by. A few moments later, A little grey shrew Pokes around in the sawdustContinue reading “A Trail Adventure”

Poetry is… 4

                Words are the building blocks of poetry. The roots of modern English words are taken from a Germanic and Latin background. A poem is made of interesting words, whose texture and sounds are pleasurable to listen to. The noise patterns of these sounds are made up of consonants and vowels, which can be: softContinue reading “Poetry is… 4”