Carolyn Devonshire Poet Rhyme

In the Genes

Poe, Coleridge and Blake she read to me
A child of five sitting on her big sister’s knee

Lights out at night, but Shakespeare’s stories she told
Listening intently, I heard Moby Dick’s tale unfold

But Dad’s storytelling skills were very strong
He made them up as he went along

I can’t remember a time when I didn’t write
Imagination was my fantasy flight

Atlantis and unicorns intrigued me so much
I wrote of them hoping other hearts to touch

Short stories at age ten, first play at nine
Writing my personality did define

Novels came later, then poetry too
Learning new forms, my interest grew

I like to think this is a family trait
And I am just following the gene pool’s fate




*For Michael’s “What brought you to poetry?” contest
By Carolyn Devonshire

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Joe Maverick January 21, 2012 at 12:52 PM Oh..! i see you did get in there...! well done..)

Joe Maverick January 21, 2012 at 12:50 PM Exellent write here Carolyn, i truly wish you the very best result in the contest..!

Elizabeth Wesley December 9, 2011 at 3:14 PM Yes dear poet, you are gifted and your story is fascinating. I wish I had those experiences; perhaps it would have made a difference in my writing. Thank you for sharing this, I feel I know you just a bit more.

Jack Horne December 9, 2011 at 2:42 PM Lovely piece, my friend - and I see it was a winner. I think it is in your family's genes. Many congrats on all your wins : )

Andrea Dietrich December 9, 2011 at 9:48 AM YAYYY. Great win, CArolyn. Congratulations to you.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl December 9, 2011 at 2:44 AM Congraulations x

Carol Sunshine Brown December 8, 2011 at 11:16 AM Congratulations on your placement in Michael's "What brought you to poetry" contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Bob Quigley December 8, 2011 at 10:38 AM Whatever it is, I'm glad you followed it. Congratulations Carolyn.

Harry Horsman December 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM you have the power, to inspire us all, you certainly have it Ín the 'Genes', harry

Carrie Richards December 8, 2011 at 9:06 AM What a wonderful beginning you must have had, Carolyn, with such inspiration at an early age. As for myself, I had the genes, but did not put them into use until I was much older. What a lovely story of your beginnings of becoming such a fine writer. Congratulations on a winning poem! Love, Carrie

Joyce Johnson December 8, 2011 at 8:50 AM i am sure you were born with the gene. It shows in your work. Congratulations Carolyn. Love, Joyce

Michael J. Falotico December 8, 2011 at 7:59 AM I so enjoyed the glimpse into your world of poetry... Your write made me smile and respect your work on a whole other level... xoox Michael

Jslambert Mister Roboto December 6, 2011 at 11:46 AM THanks for sharing the methods of your madness!:) So this is where the inspiration for your "ATLANTIS" novel came from! GREAT piece! C.D.

Andrea Dietrich December 5, 2011 at 10:24 PM I like seeing your poetic history, CArolyn. Nicely done!

Anne-Lise Andresen December 4, 2011 at 7:31 AM Love it Carolyn you are the best ! OXOX Anne-Lise - Norway

Audrey Haick December 3, 2011 at 6:38 PM Oh, I enjoyed your Rhyme, Seafaress! It made me smile!...still smiling as I picture this in my mind. Memories are priceless! My best wishes for a fantastic win. Wow! There so many contests running! I did one for Tracie's, "Moonlight Dreams", yesterday. Attempting Rick's "Ancient Song", but don't know if I can finish it on time. Love, Annalise

Tony Lane December 3, 2011 at 2:41 PM I didn't write my first play until 12. Nice write.

Kash Poet December 3, 2011 at 2:20 PM Very nice write here Carolyn.This must be a family trait.My father could do painting like an artist.I write poems.My son is very much interested in photography.Enjoyed your poem.Best wishes.