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A Poet By Any Other Means

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The poet’s means is not his pen Nor paper set aside Nor is it rhyme or reason set Nor is it rules to which he must abide~~ Rules that make him want to cast his words aside. What makes a poem isn’t your crazy rules. What makes a poem is poet who possesses this: A musical, lyrical soul The ability to take his fragments of thought And forge them into a solid whole.

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Karen Jones

Date: 2/25/2024 10:54:00 AM

This is deep and a great examination and example of great poetry!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/25/2024 11:01:00 AM

thank you, Karen. I appreciate your complimentary words, Sara

I Am Anaya

Date: 2/25/2024 9:29:00 AM

Brilliantly said, Sara, and there are so many here. Although some use their pens to poison, you shine as a blessed poetess!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/25/2024 11:01:00 AM

awww...thank you, Anaya. I agree...how one chooses to write and use one's creative pen makes a difference. Intention is everything. Appreciate your kind words. Have splendid day, Sara

Joe Maverick

Date: 2/25/2024 5:30:00 AM

With the help of the Lord, the best will be done' Insightful write Sara its given me better Vision (and there is a fog in England today)

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/25/2024 11:00:00 AM

thank you, Joe, for your mindful comments. Hope the fog cleared up in merry ol' England today! :-)

Paige Hind

Date: 2/24/2024 3:13:00 PM

Good points of view, and the flow was terrific

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 5:05:00 PM

I appreciate your comments and visit, Paige.

Silent One

Date: 2/24/2024 10:44:00 AM

You make some valid points my friend... the thing is, it is a combination of many things.. personally, for me, poetry can be anything expressed different to normal speech... just like how art is expressed differently... It took me years to call myself a poet... I guess its the imposter syndrome... nicely done dear Sara..

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 5:04:00 PM

you made some good points, Silent One. I agree...poetry, art, music can be about anything...that's the nature of creative expression. Took me years to call myself a writer...I felt uncomfortable even after having written a novel. Like you I didn't want to be perceived as an imposter. Thanks for your visit and complimentary words. Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 2/24/2024 7:23:00 AM

It was a pleasure to read your brilliant work, dear Sara. Your insightful explanation of creating poetic masterpieces is truly remarkable. Your ability to piece together fragmented thoughts into a cohesive and artistic whole is a testament to your musical and lyrical soul. Have a wonderful weekend

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 5:08:00 PM

thank you, dear Sotto, for your mindful words and compliments. You, too, have your own unique ability to piece together fragmented thoughts into a cohesive and artistic whole. Your poetry is always soulful and a delight to read, regardless of the subject matter. Hope you're having a wonderful weekend as well, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara

Vijay Pandit

Date: 2/24/2024 6:10:00 AM

The making of poetic masterpieces--so well explained, Sara: A musical, lyrical soul The ability to take his fragments of thought And forge them into a solid whole...

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 5:06:00 PM

thank you, Vijay. I'm glad you liked the 'musical, lyrical soul...' I see you as that kind of person and creative. Have a great evening, Sara

Tom Cunningham

Date: 2/24/2024 3:28:00 AM

So true Sara, our poetry is from our heart and soul. Pens and keyboards are just tools to put it together. Enjoy your weekend. Tom

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 4:33:00 AM

thank you, Tom. I enjoy using those two tools... Have a pleasant weekend as well, Sara

Di11y Da11y

Date: 2/24/2024 3:03:00 AM

I love that - fragments of thoughts! It's exactly that x

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 4:32:00 AM

thanks, Di11y, for visiting and for your enthusiastic comments. Have a splendid day, Sara

Bill Baker

Date: 2/23/2024 6:47:00 PM

I like the way you think, Sara, and the way you convey your thoughts through poetry. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 2/24/2024 4:32:00 AM

thank you my dear hubby. I appreciate you for commenting; grateful for you in my life, hugs, Sara