John Watt Poet Free verse

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Teach Me

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 December 10, 2022 at 5:45 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 December 10, 2022 at 5:54 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 March 25, 2022 at 6:06 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 March 26, 2022 at 12:43 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 August 12, 2021 at 10:56 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 March 26, 2022 at 12:46 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 August 10, 2021 at 9:17 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 March 26, 2022 at 12:45 AM I have much to learn still. Thank you dear friend for "swinging" by to pay an encouraging visit ~ John

Eve Roper August 1, 2021 at 1:04 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 August 4, 2021 at 1:40 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 July 22, 2021 at 5:14 PM Am thrilled to see this as POTD, looks like you have made a triumpant return! John Watt July 22, 2021 at 5:43 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 July 20, 2021 at 12:17 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 July 22, 2021 at 5:44 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 July 20, 2021 at 7:15 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 July 22, 2021 at 5:45 PM Thank you my friend, your words are always so uplifting to my spirit. God bless you always ~ John

Kim Rodrigues July 18, 2021 at 3:31 PM Love it! Congratulations on POTD! John Watt July 19, 2021 at 2:33 PM Thank you, my friend. I hope all is well in your world.

Ann Peck July 18, 2021 at 3:01 PM A very thoughtworthy poem! mY favorite is "the poetry of first impressions" I love that. Congratulations! John Watt July 19, 2021 at 2:33 PM Ann, thank you for the visit and letting me know your favorite line. Much appreciated ~ John

Gershon Wolf July 18, 2021 at 9:02 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 July 19, 2021 at 2:33 PM Thank you, Gershon. Your thoughtfulness and wit always bring a smile ~ John

Beryl Edmonds July 18, 2021 at 5:34 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 July 19, 2021 at 2:32 PM Blessed by your words, Belle. Thank you ever so kindly.

Delice Arleen Skelly July 18, 2021 at 2:19 AM the Art of a sunset the Astronomy of a total eclipse...Lovely images..Congratulations on POTD..... John Watt July 19, 2021 at 2:31 PM Thank you for your kind words, Delice

Rama Balasubramanian July 18, 2021 at 1:17 AM Back with congrats on Potd. Enjoy the honour. John Watt July 19, 2021 at 2:31 PM Thank you for the return visit Rama

Alexis Y. July 17, 2021 at 10:10 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 July 18, 2021 at 12:20 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 July 17, 2021 at 7:52 PM Focus linear, cognition spherical! Congrats on POTD, with this masterpiece, John John Watt July 18, 2021 at 12:19 AM I love the way you put it. So geometrical! Thanks for the endearing words.

Richard Lamoureux July 17, 2021 at 7:37 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 July 18, 2021 at 12:19 AM Thank you Richard, for the lovely thoughts and kind words.

Brandy Nicole July 17, 2021 at 5:21 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:57 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:04 PM What an absolute wonderful show of learning that is inspiring in your second stanza. Congrats on your POTD honors John John Watt July 17, 2021 at 5:52 PM Jeanne, thank you for your inspiring kindness! There is still so much more to learn.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart July 17, 2021 at 10:52 AM A school of thought I can definitely get behind! Lovely done John, congratulations on POTD! xomo John Watt July 17, 2021 at 5:49 PM Mo, thank you for getting behind this school of thought! You make me smile, my friend.

Anne-Lise Andresen July 17, 2021 at 10:27 AM - Congratulations on your great p.o.t.d., John :) - hugs //Anne-Lise :) John Watt July 17, 2021 at 5:47 PM Anne-Lise, your sunshine always brings a smile! Thank you ~ John

Christuraj Alex July 17, 2021 at 9:21 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:47 PM Thank you, Christuraj! It's nice to meet you here at Poetry Soup ~ John

Paula Goldsmith July 17, 2021 at 9:09 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:46 PM Thank you, my friend. You are so right, life is one huge classroom, a never ending one. Enjoy your weekend.

L Milton Hankins July 17, 2021 at 8:33 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:40 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 July 17, 2021 at 8:17 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 July 17, 2021 at 5:38 PM Kim, I am touched by and grateful for your words of affirmation. Thank you.

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