Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep

Excellent

Yes, I agree with the sentiment in this verse, and certainly a writer should look inside oneself and decide what is the motive for my writing. I enjoyed learning about the sapphonic triad, Patty. Giddy

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Giddy; thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on poetry and the writer,

~patty~

Comment from Thal1959

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Quite an intriguing work, Patty. Poetry is incredible easy to write - but writing a good one takes both knowledge of certain rules, and a gift. There are millions of poet's in the world; the vast majority of which we will never hear of.

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi; you are so right about no one hearing about the talented poets who write on napkins and bits of paper. They write for themselves - and maybe that's how it should be,

~patty~

reply by Thal1959 on 16-Jul-2017

Chances are, Patty, if anyone recognizes our work, it will be long after we're gone.

Comment from Bichon

Excellent

I enjoyed this short poem about the art of poetry. You have a gift with poetry Patty, I always enjoy reading your poems. I don't think I'd be able to write one!

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Chloe; I think you could write poetry - as long as you are expressing yourself from your heart. The rules and structure are something that can be studied, but the words come from deep within,

~patty~

Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)

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I honestly don't believe in rules in poetry, although I studied them at university. Your poems are fantastic, however they are written. My rhyming schemes are often my own creation. I am cool with being criticised for that or looking ignorant because I know I am not. Keep doing what you do. You are amazing :) Kindest regards Meia xx

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Meia; thank you so much for your thoughts and compliments. There are some days when I think I should just stop writing poetry because it doesn't always come out -- what is a satori? Why do some people say I had a great one - while others complain there isn't one in my poem!

Maybe if I keep trying?

~patty~

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This Sapphonic Triad, Writing Poetry, follows the stated format and echoes the thoughts of many people who wonder first what poetry is and then, after writing, if THIS is poetry. One day we'll know.

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Bill; thank you so much for your thoughtful review. I often find myself wondering if the creation I've put on paper IS poetry.

~patty~

Comment from Mrs Happy Poet

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Yes my friend this is well-written poetry is an art that takes a while to master there are so many forms I still myself wish I was a poet well done regards Jill

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Jill; thank you so much for your thoughts on this subject - I, for one, think you are a poet,

~patty~

Comment from pome lover

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Patty, here's the way I look at good poetry (or, for me, enjoyable poetry) - it's not cut and dried, form and scale, though meter is important in rhyming poetry. It should flow with feeling, skillfully bringing the reader into its meaning without struggle, no matter its length. I don't think there's such a thing as perfect poetry, though there is definitely horrid poetry. If you can engage the reader so that he/she gets wrapped up in it and doesn't want it to end, or when it does, the reader says, "wow!" , or laughs or cries- AND REMEMBERS IT - then to me, that's good poetry. Don't write it unless you feel it. Oh, and you've got to really like it, yourself. natcherly! :)
This is just my opinion, you understand. hope you don't think I was trying to be miss know-it-all.
pome lover

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi there; thank you so much for sharing your thoughts - I agree with what you said. The most important thing is to write from your heart AND like you wrote - enough to send it out into the world,

~patty~

Comment from damommy

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Darned if I know. lol

This is a very good sapphonic triad. Certainly thought-provoking.

I think forms and meter can be learned, but the substance must come from within. Everyone is different. Even some of the most famous poets have pieces that I didn't like. It's a personal preference how a poem is interpreted, I think. While there's some criticism for not adhering to requirements of the form, it's the meaning that really counts. 8-)

See? Darned if I know. lol

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi there; I have to agree with you. I've read poems that are famous - and wondered, 'why?' And then, I can cry over the sentiments expressed in greeting cards!

Thanks for sharing your thoughts,

~patty~

Comment from Nikki-Nicole

Excellent

You written a good poem.
It inspires the reader.
I especially like the quote: "Poetry...the deepest abyss of infinity." Sally Ann Roberts
The image shown is just right for this poem. The background goes well with the picture and color of font chosen.
Thanks for sharing.
Good luck with your future writing.
-Nicole-

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi Nicole; thank you for your thoughts,

~patty~

Comment from Cindy Warren

Excellent

I'm not so good with rules either. I think the ability to write is a gift. The rules are learned, or in my case, not. Perhaps when I retire I'll have the time to learn them.

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2017

Hi there; thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.

~patty~