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I Long To Write a Poem

I long to write a poem with lasting impact One to be remembered long after I’m gone Simple, realistic, meaningful, not abstract Probably from a real-life experience drawn. One to be remembered long after I’m gone A poem recited by folks who love poetry Probably from a real-life experience drawn Would signal for me a coveted life victory. A poem recited by folks who love poetry Perhaps even anthologized, widely in print Would signal for me a coveted life victory The meaning of my poem properly evident. Perhaps even anthologized, widely in print Like Poe or Kilmer, perhaps, Milton or Donne The meaning of my poem properly evident Maybe a strong lyric, like “Band on the Run.” Like Poe or Kilmer, perhaps, Milton or Donne Simple, realistic, meaningful, not abstract Maybe a strong lyric, like “Band on the Run,” I long to write a poem with lasting impact. Written May 19, 2022

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Bill Baker

Date: 5/29/2022 11:13:00 AM

As do I my fellow poet, Milt. Beautifully written Pantoum on the subject. Write On so your words Live On! Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/29/2022 12:06:00 PM

Indeed. I think every poet longs to write something that is memorable, especially after they are gone.

Valsa George

Date: 5/20/2022 10:06:00 PM

This is the best Pantoum I have read so far. You are not over ambitious Milton. Your poems will definitely outlive you... ! I am struggling to write a pantoum....

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/21/2022 9:06:00 AM

Ah, thanks so much, Valsa. I really appreciate what you had to say about my poem. I love writing them when the theme fits nicely.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 5/19/2022 12:31:00 PM

"Like Poe or Kilmer, perhaps, Milton or Donne Simple, realistic, meaningful, not abstract" - I was looking for Samuel T. Coleridge, my favorite poet!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/19/2022 1:02:00 PM

Hmmm...I can't say he came to mind, but I'm going to look him up and read some of his stuff. Thanks!

Frederic Parker

Date: 5/19/2022 12:22:00 PM

perhaps you already have, poet, a dream all poets have, to never be satisfied, always creating, always expressing,

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/19/2022 1:03:00 PM

I suppose it's possible, but I can't think of but one of two of my poems that I think could possibly make it through. Anyway, thanks for the uplifting comment.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/19/2022 11:10:00 AM

We all dream of writing 'the one' that will live on when we're gone. Many of the famous poets we know today became popular long after they'd gone. Maybe it will be the same for us on here. A publisher in Ireland wanted permission to use one of mine in an educational book for children about Ernest Shackleton, I was over the moon when they sent me a complimentary copy of the book. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/19/2022 11:11:00 AM

Aw, Tom, I am so proud for you. There is nothing so wonderful as this kind of affirmation of your work. Just think of all the children who learned from your words. Fantastic!

Jan Allison

Date: 5/19/2022 9:30:00 AM

i long to write quality poetry like you milt and you already have the name of a famous poet!!:-) hugs Jan xx

L Milton Hankins
Date: 5/19/2022 10:19:00 AM

Aw, what a compliment, Jan. You are soooo sweet. Yes, but my parents probably never heard of Milton, the poet. Perhaps, my mother did. My sister said I was named for a radio character famous in the forties. Jan, IMHO, you do write quality poetry. I have read some wonderful poems from your pen, and I remind you that many, many famous poets wrote poems considered out of the mainstream in their day. You fill a most important role here on the Soup, and I hold you in highest esteem!