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Wooden half-desk folded down into place Textbook open, pencil poised Einstein poster on the wall observing Equations flying across the blackboard Cumulonimbus clouds of chalk dust Float across the classroom precipitating knowledge I am an eager student with eyes fixed straight ahead Teach me Compare and contrast: the Art of a sunset the Astronomy of a total eclipse the History of former warlords the Architecture of new beginnings the Geology of relationship tectonics the Archaeology of buried dreams the Poetry of first impressions the Sociology of boy meets girl the Physiology of a first kiss the Calculus of two bodies in motion I am an eager student at the Academy of You Teach me written 15 Jul 2021

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Constance La France

Date: 12/10/2022 5:45:00 PM

John, amazing poem. Congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge- x'd poem - Second Chance, and I like the pic too, well done, blessings

John Watt
Date: 12/10/2022 5:54:00 PM

Constance, it is so endearing of you to come by and comment with your words of support. Thank you for sponsoring and for considering this worthy of a win. Blessings ~ John

Brandy Nicole

Date: 3/25/2022 6:06:00 PM

There's something so intoxicating about this poem, so here I am- reading it again and again. This statement drew me in . . "I am an eager student, teach me !" Many exciting thoughts linger in my mind. Being a willing student, ready to embrace it all. Oh my ! I have many of yours that are my favorite, and this is one of them. :) Hugs, Brandy

John Watt
Date: 3/26/2022 12:43:00 AM

I am an eternal student - of God, love, art, nature, music, relationships, poetry... and still so much to learn. My dear friend, I am so blessed that you would return to this poem and count it a favorite... to know you find this one intoxicating is making me blush. Thank you ever so much! Hugs ~ John

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/12/2021 10:56:00 AM

oh I love this one too. Gosh, I think you cannot go wrong with any of the five I told you would be good to use. Even though I loved Allies, that is the only one I can tell you to eliminate in your decision making!!

John Watt
Date: 3/26/2022 12:46:00 AM

What a gift of your time to visit my poems and help me decide which to submit. I don't think I will ever be able to repay you or thank you enough, my dear friend!

Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/10/2021 9:17:00 AM

How did I miss this dear friend? Wonderfully crafted John. You are truly a student of life - studying the score card for each inning! Congratulations on your POTD! As Kup says:"It's outta here!" Blessings of every subject to you!

John Watt
Date: 3/26/2022 12:45:00 AM

I have much to learn still. Thank you dear friend for "swinging" by to pay an encouraging visit ~ John

Eve Roper

Date: 8/1/2021 1:04:00 PM

Perfect imagery in your first stanza, I love it. When I was young learning really didn't interest me, but as I got older it's a world I wanted to wrap myself in. Great write.

John Watt
Date: 8/4/2021 1:40:00 PM

I agree totally Eve. Many subjects (including art history) I only became interested in after leaving school. Thanks for the read and lovely comment. Hugs ~ John

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 7/22/2021 5:14:00 PM

Am thrilled to see this as POTD, looks like you have made a triumpant return!

John Watt
Date: 7/22/2021 5:43:00 PM

I love that you were the first to comment on this one, and love that you came back for a return visit. Your encouragement means so much to me... thank you Michelle

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/20/2021 12:17:00 PM

JOHN, WHAT A FERTILE IMAGINATION YOU HAVE READY TO ABSORB THE TEACHINGS OF EVERY SITUATION, OCCASION AND INTERPRETATION, I APPLAUD YOUR POTD, QUITE MESMERIZED BY THIS WRITE, A TRULY DESERVED HONOR - CONGRATULATIONS MY FRIEND, HUGS AND BLESSINGS JENNIFER.

John Watt
Date: 7/22/2021 5:44:00 PM

Your words are always a breath of fresh air, heartfelt and uplifting. Thank you ever so much for your poetry friendship, my friend.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 7/20/2021 7:15:00 AM

Great piece John and congrats on the POTD, hope all's well on the west coast these days. We're getting another scorcher here in Scotland being at 28c+. Blessings always, Gordon

John Watt
Date: 7/22/2021 5:45:00 PM

Thank you my friend, your words are always so uplifting to my spirit. God bless you always ~ John

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/18/2021 3:31:00 PM

Love it! Congratulations on POTD!

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:33:00 PM

Thank you, my friend. I hope all is well in your world.

Ann Peck

Date: 7/18/2021 3:01:00 PM

A very thoughtworthy poem! mY favorite is "the poetry of first impressions" I love that. Congratulations!

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:33:00 PM

Ann, thank you for the visit and letting me know your favorite line. Much appreciated ~ John

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/18/2021 9:02:00 AM

Looks like you were on your way to a 'Degree in Anatomy' there, John! lol. Congratulations on your nifty POTD, sir! Happiness and Joy, Gershon

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:33:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon. Your thoughtfulness and wit always bring a smile ~ John

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 7/18/2021 5:34:00 AM

Marvellous John, a well deserved poem of the day. What a wonderful job teachers do, bringing all that knowledge to students as they do… Belle

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:32:00 PM

Blessed by your words, Belle. Thank you ever so kindly.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 7/18/2021 2:19:00 AM

the Art of a sunset the Astronomy of a total eclipse...Lovely images..Congratulations on POTD.....

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:31:00 PM

Thank you for your kind words, Delice

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 7/18/2021 1:17:00 AM

Back with congrats on Potd. Enjoy the honour.

John Watt
Date: 7/19/2021 2:31:00 PM

Thank you for the return visit Rama

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/17/2021 10:10:00 PM

WoW! John, You’ve penned a well written write on the theme of “ teach me.” I liked it a lot. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, my friend:-) Alexis

John Watt
Date: 7/18/2021 12:20:00 AM

Thank you, my dear friend. You have been such a support to me, and I am so grateful for friends like you. Be blessed ~ John

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 7/17/2021 7:52:00 PM

Focus linear, cognition spherical! Congrats on POTD, with this masterpiece, John

John Watt
Date: 7/18/2021 12:19:00 AM

I love the way you put it. So geometrical! Thanks for the endearing words.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/17/2021 7:37:00 PM

You sound very teachable. I remember those wooden desks with the hole for an ink well. Great poem John. Thanks for your kind visit.

John Watt
Date: 7/18/2021 12:19:00 AM

Thank you Richard, for the lovely thoughts and kind words.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/17/2021 5:21:00 PM

The moment I read these words from your talented pen, I knew they belonged in the spotlight. You have created a Masterpiece. Congratulations John, on Poem of the Day. :) Hugs, Brandy

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:57:00 PM

Thank you so much for coming back to leave me yet another uplifting note, Brandy. Not a masterpiece, just a scribble. But you are always so affirming. Hugs ~ John

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 7/17/2021 5:04:00 PM

What an absolute wonderful show of learning that is inspiring in your second stanza. Congrats on your POTD honors John

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:52:00 PM

Jeanne, thank you for your inspiring kindness! There is still so much more to learn.

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 7/17/2021 10:52:00 AM

A school of thought I can definitely get behind! Lovely done John, congratulations on POTD! xomo

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:49:00 PM

Mo, thank you for getting behind this school of thought! You make me smile, my friend.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/17/2021 10:27:00 AM

- Congratulations on your great p.o.t.d., John :) - hugs //Anne-Lise :)

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:47:00 PM

Anne-Lise, your sunshine always brings a smile! Thank you ~ John

Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/17/2021 9:21:00 AM

Your comparison and contrast are so realistic and a necessity in the field of education. It's indeed, unique thinking and writing. Congratulations!.

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:47:00 PM

Thank you, Christuraj! It's nice to meet you here at Poetry Soup ~ John

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/17/2021 9:09:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful story/write. Life is one huge classroom. Love your line, "Teach me." Enjoy your day/win with blessings...........

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:46:00 PM

Thank you, my friend. You are so right, life is one huge classroom, a never ending one. Enjoy your weekend.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 7/17/2021 8:33:00 AM

Wonderful writing, John. I enjoyed it from beginning to end and find it worthy to read over and over. Thanks so much for sharing this, and I congratulate you heartily for your POTD!

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:40:00 PM

Milton, my deep appreciation for your enthusiastic encouragement. I am grateful you found it worthy of reading again. Enjoy your weekend ~ John

Kim Merryman

Date: 7/17/2021 8:17:00 AM

A fantastic write, John! I like how you contrasted educational subjects to real life experiences. Congrats on your POTD honor! Blessings, Kim M

John Watt
Date: 7/17/2021 5:38:00 PM

Kim, I am touched by and grateful for your words of affirmation. Thank you.