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Picture This

I'm going to paint a picture, Not with paint or colored chalk. I'm going to paint a picture In just the way, I talk. Got to use some colorful words Like chronicle, hordes and heeds. Words that smell and taste and hear, It's like growing a garden from seeds. Poetry is more than words on paper. It must show the reader the entire scheme. So their minds can see it so clearly And it reads just like a dream! Now to practice what I preach!

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Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 7/16/2021 10:40:00 PM

Congratulations, and excellent poem, Virginia. I love the flow of the words and the impact of the message. I am very proud of you and your poetic proliferation. The descriptive excellence is lovely and sends terrific images. The theme of "Picture" stands out, and the tone moves the piece down the page with much grace. Great job! Have a fantastic day, and God's richest grace and blessings to you always. –Professor, Ambassador, Dr. Joseph S. Spence Sr. (Epulaeryu Master)!

Alexis Y.

Date: 6/8/2021 9:10:00 AM

WoW! Virginia, What a good take on what “ poetry “ does and is. This is poetry indeed. I enjoyed the read. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Virginia Gelok
Date: 6/8/2021 5:07:00 PM

Thanks so much. I'm working hard trying to to "Walk the Talk" as the saying goes. I know what I should do but have to become more descriptive I believe.

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 6/3/2021 9:16:00 AM

Well Ms. Virginia you did it. Excellent poem. Nancy

Virginia Gelok
Date: 6/8/2021 5:03:00 PM

Wow, thanks for that really nice comment. I am trying to come up with more colorful writing.

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 6/3/2021 8:33:00 AM

I like this one Virginia. It means so much when the reader visualizes the scene you are creating. Good poetry.

Virginia Gelok
Date: 6/8/2021 5:01:00 PM

Thankyou. I know what I need to do, I've just got to do it (better) Appreciate your comment.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 5/31/2021 11:46:00 AM

Hello Virginia Gelok, Love the last verse .Poems should read as a dream. love & Friendship Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/1/2021 10:54:00 AM

Hello Virginia, this poem is beautifully done. Okay many poems i read are picturesque. Hugs Love & Friendship Darlene Hugs.

Virginia Gelok
Date: 5/31/2021 6:22:00 PM

thankyou Darlene...I am going to work hard trying to be more picturesque in my writings.hugs

L Milton Hankins

Date: 5/31/2021 9:36:00 AM

Lovely stanzas, Virginia. I think you have drawn a fine picture of what good poetry should be.

Virginia Gelok
Date: 5/31/2021 10:36:00 AM

Now to put my thinking cap on and improve my writing. Thankyou for your feedback.