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That Stinks

There is a reason poetry is scary, because so many experts will say. In order to write a poem correctly, you must do it exactly their way. If you google ‘how do I write poetry’, you will end up with a million hits. Each one of them saying something different, it’s like picking the corn out of…your teeth.

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Date: 12/13/2023 8:53:00 AM
Hehe…this one made me smile Jerry!! Debx
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Date: 12/11/2023 12:11:00 PM
You make a valid point.. there is no correct way to write poetry, just disillusioned grammar police lol..
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Jerry Brotherton
Date: 12/11/2023 7:23:00 PM
I am an uneducated Ozark hillbilly, so I love getting critiqued by those that write. My problem is those who have the most negativity to share are usually those who do not put anything of their own on paper. Sorry for the rant. Have a wonderful day, my friend.
Date: 12/11/2023 6:31:00 AM
nice little twist at the end Jerry, thanks for the chuckle.....I once googled "who am I"....i quickly shredded the results
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Jerry Brotherton
Date: 12/11/2023 7:24:00 PM
Ooooh, I'm not sure I am that brave.
Date: 12/11/2023 5:14:00 AM
your poem made me smile. I like the humorous ending line...was perfect. No right or wrong way to do most anything, including writing poetry. Have a great day, Sara
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Jerry Brotherton
Date: 12/11/2023 7:25:00 PM
Thanks, Sara. I am glad that I was able to bring a little humor to the day.

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