Home » Poems » Jan Terry » I Leave You This

I Leave You This

Should I take notice of what others say and lose my style along the way. I didn't study painting lest it disrupt my innocent approach and method corrupt. I must step back and take a break because I'm trying too hard to make that perfect poem to fit the job. A contest is judged; my poem's been robbed! As my life's blood flows from my pen, I must, selectively, choose how and when to put my poems before my peers. Perhaps, I need to wait some years. Should I leave my poems to be published after death? Could they catch on when I've drawn my last breath? Many an artist has passed without note. It's possible they'll say, "that's all she wrote". November 27, 2015

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 9/25/2016 12:28:00 AM

Janece, Come back... LINDA

Jan Terry
Date: 9/26/2016 2:38:00 PM

Just posted a recent poem to try my wings again. Still feel like I'm on somewhat shaky ground. Hope you like my poem 'Driftwood'. Thanks for asking me back. Didn't think anyone even noticed I was gone. My leaving left barely a ripple so the new poem is for you. Can't say I will stay. hugs. Jan

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 5/22/2016 12:31:00 AM

Wow, amazing. I think we will free ourselves from all of our writing when we are no more. But, our words will continue to grow, I hope you are not stepping back from us, nor taking a break. You are a very good and unique poet. I for one love the gift of your words... Linda

Edlynn Nau

Date: 4/16/2016 12:48:00 PM

Huh Ha! GOOD ONE! I'm sure that we can ALL relate. It has a VERY STRONG ending. Enjoyed it from start to finí. I love that it speaks to self doubt, immortality, and existential depression. Why do write these? The answer: because we must! Good one.

Jan Terry
Date: 5/17/2016 1:28:00 PM

Thank you, Edlynn. The greatest reward for a poet is to be read by his or her peers. We all look for validation of our work. Many in my own circle are not interested in poetry so I am thankful to have a platform for my work. I also look forward to the thrill of discovering a gem in someone else's work and you, my friend, have many. hugs. Janece

Kp Nunez

Date: 2/12/2016 8:13:00 PM

Back to this reflective write, Jan. You have a way to say how exactly how you feel about writing. Much as I respect your decision, I do hope you'd once again share with us your thoughts with poems. WIshing you the best. hugs

Jan Terry
Date: 2/12/2016 9:18:00 PM

Dear Kim, I am determined to learn all I can from the work of all the great poets on poetry soup and lend my support. I am still writing for family. I am enjoying the poetry and will return to posting when I think I have something important to say. You have really grown in your poetry and I am greatly impressed by the depth and the strength of your words. I'm still following you. Keep up the good work. hugs my friend.

S. Medland

Date: 2/12/2016 3:39:00 PM

So true. What we write is an intimate expression of our personal articulation. And, for that alone, it has tremendous value. I really enjoyed this, Janece. :-)

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 2/12/2016 7:43:00 AM

so well written Janece, don't stop and keep the ink flowing!

Kp Nunez

Date: 12/30/2015 4:16:00 AM

Hi Jan. It's alright to take a break once in a while. Your words echo what many of us feel. I hope you will be back to once again share with us your thoughts. Again, wishing you a great year ahead! hugs!

Skat A

Date: 11/28/2015 4:13:00 PM

deep write. SKAT

DM Babbit

Date: 11/28/2015 10:30:00 AM

I too, have those feelings. Trying to write specific to a topic or harder yet, music is most difficult for me. But the poetry, it flows as it wills and the most important thing is to be you and release those inner emotions, or at the very least, only what you want to reveal. I loved this write. DMB

Jaycee Cervenka

Date: 11/27/2015 11:44:00 PM

So sorry that I deleted. I came by too edit the comment even I saw my texting errors. Still keep writing for you, use the contests for fun not validation as they are subjective to one person's point of view. A love of writing, and a sharing spirit are really all that's needed. You never know ethno you connect with as some never leave comments one way or the other. Apologies about the last comment. JC

Jan Terry
Date: 11/28/2015 5:37:00 AM

You're words are wise and encouraging. I will continue to write but need a break from posting. I have discovered your poetry and enjoy it immensely. I will follow you in the future. Thanks. Janece