White Wolf Poet Couplet

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Still Trying To Write a Poem

To write in a way so it comes across
With meter and rhyme so nothing is lost
Sounds easy to most but Oh pray tell
Like adding cadence and metaphor well

But I'm no expert so I seldom comment
I mostly enjoy reading without lament
A finely crafted poem, a life of its own
Effects me deeply, gets me in the zone

Though I will admit I'm just an old softy
Most that I've read did touch me subtly
Since I was a young man with pen in his hand
Tried to mimic the greats and think I was grand

As the years rolled on I could see the truth
I was just a fool who quietly seemed aloof
Remembering the world how it used to be 
In a simpler time when Bards roamed free

As something came from nothing we surmise
I lived my life with all that it truly implies
In the spirit of good fortune, I write in my rhymes
And try to incorporate the feelings and times

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Patricia Cresswell August 18, 2017 at 9:09 AM An admirable poem. I stick to freee verse must be chicken. But I appreciate this form when well done as this one is good write.

John Michaels July 29, 2017 at 4:18 PM Intriguing and philosophical work, WW! I think you're being waaaay too hard on yourself: you are, without a doubt, a very fine poet. Congratulations on your win! Regards, John.

Kim Rodrigues July 21, 2017 at 8:49 AM Wonderfully said, White Wolf! Congrats, my friend!

Gregory Richard Barden July 20, 2017 at 5:20 PM Really great stuff, my friend, from a wonderful word-smith ... love your work, and this is a well-deserved win! Keep up the great work, W2!! :-)

Honestly J.T. July 19, 2017 at 2:29 PM well done -JT

Akkina Downing July 17, 2017 at 3:02 PM You? Trying? I think you're an AMAZING poet WW :) Gregory Richard Barden July 20, 2017 at 5:22 PM Well-said, Akkina - I agree! :-)

Lenna Walker July 13, 2017 at 12:23 PM Trying? I think you have succeeded quite nicely.... I am no expert, but I know what I enjoy reading and THIS is a wonderful read :)

Lisa Ricci July 13, 2017 at 8:41 AM Good Evening White Wolf. I believe you just did write a poem. Yes you did. Wonderfully expressed and executed. The rhyming was never forced. All is well within the entry completely. Have a great night.

Daniel Turner July 12, 2017 at 12:04 PM We all struggle with meter at times, Wolf. IMO you are an excellent poet. Never stop writing! White Wolf July 12, 2017 at 12:08 PM Yeah, methinks I'll give up trying meter for a while and do what comes naturally, whatever that is? Lol! Thanks a bunch, Daniel /|\

Darren White July 12, 2017 at 4:46 AM This is a great poem, and I am so very happy your father was so very WRONG, on every level. Never stop writing, and I am honoured you are my friend. I enjoy your poems, and Chris and everyone else below me already said everything important and true. White Wolf July 12, 2017 at 4:53 AM Thank you, Duir! What a prachtig thing to say! You have changed this man's life forever with your wisdom and gentle way /|\

Demetrios Trifiatis July 12, 2017 at 2:09 AM What an inspirational couplet poem that only those with the poetic dexterity could write! Impressive dear, WW! White Wolf July 12, 2017 at 2:18 AM I see there is a glitch in the program. I am humbled by your words! Always a pleasure to see you on my page. /|\

Joanna Daniel July 12, 2017 at 1:41 AM This excellent poem shows that you're no less than a genius, WW:) beautiful and honest:) White Wolf July 12, 2017 at 1:48 AM Pfft! I wish. I have QI not IQ! Question I? LOL, but thank you, Jo, for your encouraging words /|\

Maria Williams July 12, 2017 at 1:24 AM No expert? I choose to differ, oh talented one, I really enjoyed this brilliant write...Maria White Wolf July 12, 2017 at 1:46 AM It lacks in so many avenues but excels in gibberish, it was a forced write, which I'm no good at! But thank you for your gracious comment, Maria /|\

Dean Wood July 11, 2017 at 10:01 PM Nice try Budgie! If you believe for even a second what your father said, look up this dude who calls himself the White Wolf and read a few of his poems. You'll find some true artistry in his list. Read a few of those then write another one. It will be just as great. Keep the ink warm my friend. White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 11:21 PM Thank you, Dean! You are a good friend /|\

Jeremy Smith July 11, 2017 at 8:30 PM Yes, this and everything else you have written is amazing always!! White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 8:51 PM What a compliment! Thanks, Jeremy! /|\

Tim Smith July 11, 2017 at 6:40 PM I believe you wrote a purrfect one....lol White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 7:01 PM Haha, thanks, Tim Tam man /|\

Kevin Shaw July 11, 2017 at 6:33 PM I love that poem, it certainly resonates with me. Well written, kind regards, Kevin White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 7:00 PM Thank you very much, Kevin /|\

Heidi Sands July 11, 2017 at 5:49 PM I am back to say I am saving it to favorites. White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 5:53 PM Wow, you just made my day /|\

Heidi Sands July 11, 2017 at 5:48 PM White Wolf. This poem reached me very deeply. Heartbreaking truth re: father , that happens to many people. I enjoy your poetry and consider you a great poet and hope that you will always have that pen going forever :) White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 5:53 PM Thank you very much, Heidi! I find it also therapeutic writing /|\

Jan Allison July 11, 2017 at 5:10 PM Your poem touched me deeply especially the line about your father... I never was good at anything it was all about my sister never me so the way I have taken to writing has been a total shock. You are a fabulous writer this poem proves that. I posted a poem about writers block... I think you may enjoy it WW:-) hugs Jan xx White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 5:14 PM I'm still laughing at that cooking fat! LOOL! I'll go check it out now, Jan! /|\

Hannah Borke July 11, 2017 at 4:59 PM At the rate you produce great poems, it's relatively easy for you White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 5:13 PM Thank you, Hannah! Thanks so kind of you /|\

Dale Gregory Cozart July 11, 2017 at 4:38 PM Good poetry takes work, doesn't it? And if your father told you, you were good for nothing it brings back memories of my own childhood when I was told I would only be disappointed if I really wanted to be a writer. It would be much nicer if parents thought more of what their children might be dreaming of than what they themselves had already decided what was best or because they wanted their children to end up being as disappointed as they themselves ended up being. Nicely done. White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 4:42 PM Thank you for the encouraging words, Dale /|\

Chris Green July 11, 2017 at 4:36 PM My friend, you are a fantastic poet, one of the best on this site. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It is funny though, while reading this I saw myself in your words even down to what your father did say...yep, I know how that feels too. Well my friend, you are definitely good for a lot of things and poetry is high on that list. Keep writing and I will keep reading and learning. White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 4:40 PM Thank you, Chris! You always know what to say! /|\

Lin Lane July 11, 2017 at 4:36 PM I'm thinking something good came from the good for nothing...if you know what I mean. You can stop trying to write a poem.. you just wrote a good one. White Wolf July 11, 2017 at 4:41 PM Thank you, Lin! That means a lot coming from an outstanding poet as yourself /|\