The Rape of Poetry-W

Wonder how many poetry-gods or language-gods They distort or disfigure the poem to their whims. What are the uses of the Standard Forms of Poetry If each one of us wants to be the creator of rules. One demands there should be no punctuation Other says I am strict about the punctuation. Still other commands less or more syllables I wonder it tests the taste of creative writers Than the rules permit in forms of poetry. At the same time ignores the rule of Capital Breaking the rules of grammar and forms. I wonder if it is to satisfy one’s ego Still I am searching the logic behind this change. Still other not certain of syllable rules Puts a blog to learn the rules of others Instead of giving benefit of doubt And claims that he is very strict about it. A time may come when there will be sonnets Of 1 line to any length and haiku of one syllable. First lesson we learn of the grammar and The forms of poetry are fast overlooked. Tell me if it is not the rape of the poetry. Please my fellow poets-in-pens and quills Don’t mutate the poetry that is our passions Inspirations, emotions, feelings and what not. She is the food of our thoughts and passions Be gentle, tread softly on that lovely road. ===================================== Second Place winner Contest: Your Free Word Precept – In Honor of John Freeman