TheMusicOfWords: I was thinking the other day about what makes great poetry. I've read poems here that I thought were amazing, and others that, even though I couldn't put my finger on something specific to change, I wouldn't say were as good. I think the reason is the thought that goes into a poem, and the care that the poet uses to write it. It has been my experience that the poet who treats his words as important will write important words. Why is it that when you're reading a great poem you feel it is something significant? Because the poet took a significant time to treat the words well. Words respond beautifully to thought and planning, and I wish more poets would not try to rush through a rhyme, but would take the time to mold it. The most effortless, breezy poems were written with great effort. And that's the thought for the day. |
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TheMusicOfWords: Once I began writing poetry, really just earlier this year, I noticed that most of them tended to deal with common subjects: life, memory, and human characteristics. (In that way I suppose I am very inspired by Robert Frost.) I figured I should compile them at some point, and I am pleased to announce that I am working towards my first poetry collection. It will be called "Homeward." So keep checking for poem updates, and any comments or thoughts are appreciated! |
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