Secret To Writing Good Poetry

What's needed to write good poetry A vivid imagination and flair General knowledge and a good vocabulary Much love and you're almost there A sense of humour is all important Each is unique as they say Adding their own personality to verse Helps stay ahead of the fray There's no magic potion one can take Poetry come from within There's no mistaking it, you'll surely know When accolades start pouring in The thrill you get when someone applauds It's so very hard to describe Over the moon is one way of putting it Feel like you've finally arrived What's really needed to write good poetry Dedication, dedication, dedication A burning desire and a passion for writing A passion without hesitation © Jack Ellison 2014
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Manassian Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 4:08 PM
You got it, Kenny!!! Lovely....Hugs
Ellison Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 5:43 PM
My personal take on it! Thanks dear Eileen... love Kenny XOXOX
Eastman Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 11:44 AM
OLAY! Fun write! But Dragon's upset. You left him out! Silly Dragon! You're my muse. Not Jacks... Just like the penguins are yours. And the Rapid Response Turtle Team are theirs. What! You thought you were their muse? Naw... They've got a Yellow submarine in Troll Lake. Hard to beat. Not to mention get in the lake! They should be coming out of hibernation soon. No! I don't think they'll be amused by their blinged out submarine But the baby penguins will love their blankies when they get here.
Ellison Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 3:21 PM
Tell Dragon I'm really sorry and he doesn't fly up here and burn down our house!!! LOL XOXOX
Enriquez Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 11:34 AM
Dear Jack: Simply lovely this outpouring of yours. You always seem to utter the words just right. A very good read. Thanks. Leon
Ellison Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 3:20 PM
Well thanks very much my friend! Those kind words are very much appreciated! Cheers, Jack
Torres Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 8:20 AM
Now... it's no longer a secret!! ..very well said, Jack! ...Thank you for sharing it... an eye opener to all who dreams to be a poet...a writer... a dreamer... !!! ^__^ happy new day!! =))
Ellison Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 8:24 AM
Can always count on you to brighten up my day, sweet thing! Loving hugs, Jack XOXOX
Sivey Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 7:07 AM
And now, for you my friend, I share with you a great applaud, clap, clap, clap! You surely know the secret of writing poetry, and one of those pieces is surely dedication, you must certainly stick with it, you do improve over time! Though there is one thing I do have to say about your poem, your poem about poetry is surely spot on, it is a classic! I really enjoyed reading this spectacular poem this morning! What a grandiose piece, Great Work!!
Ellison Avatar
March 10, 2014 at 7:35 AM
Well a great big thank you my friend for those fine words of praise! You are always sooo kind!!!
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