Influence of Poetry

WRITING poetry is the release of passion 
that wells from emotion, and is stimulated by action 

READING poetry, is a visual reaction to the poem, 
in which, the decision to continue, or not, 
lies in its ability to stimulate, within the breadth 
of a casual glance 

UNDERSTANDING poetry, is the minds decision
to continue to read and transition to an insightful 
conclusion

COMMENTING on poetry, is the INTERPRETATION 
that began with READING, accelerated to UNDERSTANDING, 
and resulted in WRITING 

EDUCATION is the result achieved, ENTERTAINMENT 
and FULFILMENT are the rewards received 

Poetry therefore, is a cyclic adventure setting us free to
explore the world of imagination and reality, 
to live the adventures and experiences of others
without actively participating in what is placed before us
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Hilliker Avatar
January 15, 2010 at 3:10 PM
Very thought provoking. Nicely expressed. Thanks for sharing.
Sepulvado Anderson Avatar
January 13, 2010 at 10:34 AM
Very nice. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day! Scarlett
Culverhouse Avatar
January 13, 2010 at 7:51 AM
nicely penned, enjoyed reading today!
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