Edgar Allen Poe

I think I was injected with something evil when I was an embryo.
Because I was quickly rejected for my dark path following Edgar Allen Poe.....

Mr. Poe Inspired the push of my writing pen.
I've admired every one of his works over and over again.
"The Raven" sent chills down the very core of my spine,
But that poem left me wanting more, like food for a canine!
"The Fall of the House of Usher" was dark and so damn twisted.
Had me looking for that ghost in the trailer park that never existed!
"The Black Cat" begin to train and inspire me.
I emerged from my domain and entered the fire for eternity!

So finally it begins the deep rage within.
His poetry pushed my writing pen and I carried around an evil grin!

*Written for Amy Greens contest "Wow me with inspiration"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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April 20, 2010 at 8:03 PM
Congrats Jimmy on your wonderful win in this contest... I am happy to learn that my entry also won an HM however it did not post on the winners list due to the surrmounting problems on this website... enjoy your victory ..luv.. "Sweetheart"
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April 20, 2010 at 8:24 AM
Congratulations, JAM!!!!!! You are on a roll!! Keep it coming, love...I am very, veryproud of you! Much love, Peanut Butter
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April 16, 2010 at 6:18 AM
I am so pleased to have been able to read your poetry this morning Jimmy. Have a wonderful day and the best to you in the contest. Love, Carol
Haick Avatar
April 15, 2010 at 1:05 PM
Great job, Jimmy!A superb dedication to your fav. poet...write like him but don't immatate his lifestyle (seriously) I wish you good luck in the contest!! But this is a winner already! Much love, Peanut Butter
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April 15, 2010 at 8:37 AM
An amazing and authentic write Jimmy and good luck in Amy's great contest... u sure have a great way with words of expression..luv.. "Sweetheart" ... I also have a new contest "Shining Star" so easy to enter too.. think about it..luv..
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April 15, 2010 at 8:13 AM
Awesome poem about one of America's greatest writers, Jimmy. I have always been drawn to his work as well. Wishing you success in the contest! Love, Carolyn
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