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Frustration

Frustration, in Poetry comes in many forms. Sometimes as a looming, dark cloud, When it seems, I cannot pen anymore. Sometimes a poem you might think is your best, Is ignored like stenchy road kill? But your pen moves on, regardless, that's the test. Other times you send friends the exact link. You wonder if they died? Or do the words from your poem, in truth,stink? It's a wonder why I even continue... My eyes are burning and my scribblings avoided. I don't know how to pleae you. Aye, there's the rub exactly for me! Either write because I actually like it... Or stop doing poetry! 10-23 2020 Poem 5

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 10/25/2020 12:02:00 PM

Hello Panagiota, I would opt for keep on writing poetry. You would feel sorry to quit. Hugs Darlene xxxx-oooo.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/26/2020 3:41:00 PM

Hello Panagiota, I know that I have come a long way in writing. poetry. I always ponder if my poems are good. There is a form in poetry and depth to. Good. I question my poems all the time. Hugs Darlene xxxx-oooo.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/25/2020 12:31:00 PM

Hello Darlene, I listed the reasons why. Words on paper are not poetry to me. Anymore than a ist greater is an artist because he slops paint on an easel. There's form, feeling and depth to real Poetry. I was trying to make that distinction, that's all. I don't want to write Poetry just to call myself a poet. I have no delusions about Muses or being good at all...I would rather question my Poems than announce to the world I AM A POET. Hardly. Pangie

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 10/24/2020 6:23:00 AM

Sorry for your frustration. God bless you with beautiful inspirations dear friend

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/24/2020 7:04:00 AM

Don' be sorry! I have them daily.the only way to solve them is to write another one. I am aware of the negative mouthpiece in the mind, that never shuts up and tells me I cannot do something. I already wrote a poem I am posting shortly.)) I must always thank it for sgaung and full steam ahead.))

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/24/2020 4:06:00 AM

Frustrations we all get, I don't force it, walk away and come back with fresh eyes or even sleep on it. The next day things will be clearer. Tom

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/24/2020 5:05:00 AM

Good idea, Tom. Pangie

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/23/2020 8:38:00 PM

Pangie, such frustrations follow anyone who picks up the pen.. I agree that writing for the love of writing is the golden key that unlocks the joy of being one with our muse.. I feel the emotion in this expressive piece. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Susan Ashley
Date: 10/24/2020 7:58:00 AM

In my humble opinion, whenever a poem is posted for public consumption, whether it is on Poetry Soup, a book or spoken aloud, it is on the chopping block.. such is the risk of baring one's soul.. but sharing one's soul has its sweet rewards too.. like touching another's soul. Heartfelt comments show affinity for souls touching one another and contests breathe life into poems that might otherwise be left untouched and unfelt - and that a poem be left untouched or unfelt is depressing for anyone who risks baring their soul in a public space.. write for the joy of writing then decide in how you want to share your art..

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/24/2020 5:03:00 AM

Writing for the joy of writing! How brilliant. Not for an an award. I will be honest. I read a moving poem. The Poet knows it is good. So do I. I commented that should be closure right there. What more is there to want or say? But no! I see those words..., ENTERED IN CONTEST, ETC. WHY. WHY LET ANOTHER PUT YOU ON THE TOP OR BOTTOM. I LOSE MY LOVE OF THE POEM RIGHT THEN AND THERE. These are the most depressing words here for me. Others love putting their poem on the chopping block. Not me. PAnGIe

Quoth Theraven

Date: 10/23/2020 8:37:00 PM

Panagiota, The truest poet test. Remain true, and you are already the best. -Richard

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/24/2020 4:46:00 AM

Remain true Agrree...and be avoided.lOL Pangie. I was just thinking of you. I am getting burnt out, Richard.PANGIE

John Watt

Date: 10/23/2020 6:08:00 PM

I think we all can relate to those frustrations, Pangie. If the fire is burning in the heart, the words will come and we will share, regardless of the outcome. Then comes that very special comment or award, and we can smile and say, "Isn't this sweet?" Nice writing, my friend!

Panagiota Romios
Date: 10/24/2020 4:43:00 AM

Great summary of how you experience poetry. Comnents that are of signicance mean something. I gave up suchpennings. As the race is to be on top of the Community board! As if this were.. COMMENTS SOUP. I THINK NOT...I LIKE HAVING THE very few friends I have. You are all such talents you touch my soul. And I liove your warmth in particular! I concentrate on writing poetry. I can't do both with equal time. Pangie