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I Do Like Poems

I do like poems I can understand Written with plain everyday words Thought out, not merely offhand, Observing basic poetry standards. Written with plain everyday words I want to feel the rhythmic flow Observing basic poetry standards A poem that has somewhere to go. I want to feel the rhythmic flow As lilting language tripping along A poem that has somewhere to go Singing like the lyrics of a song. As lilting language tripping along I am partial to sight and sound Singing like the lyrics of a song, Fresh, original, breaks new ground. I am partial to sight and sound Teach me something I don’t know Fresh, original, breaks new ground, Plant some seeds likely to grow. Teach me something I don’t know Thought out, not merely offhand, Plant some seeds likely to grow, I do like poems I can understand. Written May 16, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 5/17/2022 2:17:00 PM

I like these understandable poems also; I do not do well with the ones that are too flowery to understand. I am glad that you wrote this one - It gives me an idea of what a 5 verse pantoum is supposed to look like.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/17/2022 2:48:00 PM

Great, Caren. I'm glad it is helpful. For a 5 verse, just write 5 verses, but be sure the last verse follows the rule. It's pretty easy. Soup Mail.

Gary Radice

Date: 5/17/2022 10:37:00 AM

I felt a warm glow inside Milt when I read your reply to Sam's comment below. Good on you sir! Just wonderful. As is the pantoum. The repeating of lines for me in this form isn't there just for the sake of repeating lines - it adds depth and heart to the overall work. Cheers - Gary

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/17/2022 12:54:00 PM

Thank you so much, Gary. To receive this kind of comment from you really blesses my heart. I consider you a master poet!

Bill Baker

Date: 5/16/2022 4:43:00 PM

I can understand your poem on understanding, Milt, well done! Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/16/2022 7:01:00 PM

Good, Bill. It lays these things out in simple detail, the kind of poem I enjoy reading, too. Thanks.

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 5/16/2022 1:08:00 PM

Cheers Milton~well said. I agree wholeheartedly~there are poems whose wordage drifts into obscure language and lack the creative usage of form, flow and euphony. :)Paulette

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/16/2022 1:35:00 PM

I'm certainly in agreement with you, Paulette. Many poets try to impress with their big words. For me, it simply does not work. If I have to look up a word, I would certainly never use it in a poem!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/16/2022 10:25:00 AM

I'm in full agreement there Milton, when a poem is peppered with big fancy words and what may have started out as a joy to read, becomes a chore. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/16/2022 10:27:00 AM

Yep, I agree. Thanks. I don't like to have to stop reading to look up a word that is rarely, if ever, used in regular conversation. If someone tries too hard to impress me, they usually don't.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 5/16/2022 10:04:00 AM

Milt, your love of poetry shows not only in your own poetry but in the appreciation and feedback you offer to your fellow companions on the journey as well as in your creative contests. Gifts and blessings! Enjoyed this offering very much.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/16/2022 10:07:00 AM

Ah, thanks so much, Sam. Well, I've been writing since I was a kid. Back then, in the early days, it was a way to release tension and frustration. We were poor and entertainment was scarce, so I made my own! And, I've been doing so ever since, it seems.