Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

The Creative Process

Writing just for the sake of writing alone
Will never appear as sincere
Should be spontaneous free flowing verse
Simple rules with which to adhere

You'll soon experience the creative passion
Flowing unimpeded through your veins
Soaring to the heavens on a gentle zephyr
Feelings of exaltation will reign

No other words describe it so simply
Just write when the feelings surge
A simple prompt and off to the heavens
Reacting to the signs that urge

To the uninspired I offer condolences
Can't imagine a life without rhyme
A rudderless ship cast adrift on the ocean
Oblivious to a world so sublime

So writing for the sake of writing alone
Sure won't appear as sincere
Hopefully the urge will hit you one day
You'll know this passion I hold dear


© Jack Ellison 2013

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Laura Breidenthal August 6, 2013 at 10:00 PM Reading Mustapha's comment up here...I've realized and got to say that you are definitely one of my favorite poets on the site as well. It is so clear that you want to inspire others, you want to show others the very thing that you rather live doing.. and the way to inspire it seems is through lightheartedness and love--you've got it all and more, a sweet message my friend. Always,Laura Jack Ellison August 7, 2013 at 6:04 AM How sweet is that my dear Laura lady! How can I thank you? You are the sweetest dear friend! From the heart, love and hugs, Jack xoxoxox

Mustapha Mohammed August 5, 2013 at 5:34 AM To the uninspired I express condolences..lol.I'm thoroughly impressed by your work Jack.You're now officially one of my favorite poets here.This was awesome. Jack Ellison August 5, 2013 at 7:54 AM WOW! I am really honoured my friend. There are many many great poets here and to be considered one of your favourites is a great honour! Thank you!!!

April Gabriella August 4, 2013 at 5:48 PM This is really great! It's just like a poem I wrote on the Philosophy of Writing. You should check it out. Jack Ellison August 4, 2013 at 9:15 PM You are a sweetie, Miss April... and I will definitely check out your Philosophy of Writing! Big hugs, Jack xoxox

Russell Sivey August 3, 2013 at 8:31 PM What an ingenious write my friend! This is a fantastic writing about writing! I really enjoyed reading this lovely poem this evening! What a pleasant piece, Great Work!! Jack Ellison August 4, 2013 at 9:21 PM Youse guys are the greatest! Every single day, you and Carol make me feel soooo good!

Carol Eastman August 3, 2013 at 11:57 AM Dragon said to tell you...As he breathes in and he breathes out... His breathe... helps keep me a float... But you my friend are our muse... that helps send our hearts, to give it... it's amazing notes... Jack Ellison August 4, 2013 at 9:19 PM WOW! A great big thank you my dear Miss Carol! Gonna save this one! Love ya! Hugs, Jack xoxoxox

Eileen Manassian August 3, 2013 at 8:47 AM Jack.....my sentiments EXACTLY! :) WOW! SO impressed by this write! Good for you, my dear....hugs Jack Ellison August 4, 2013 at 9:17 PM Coming from you Teach, sure means a whole big bunch! Thank you sweet lady... big hugs and much love, Jack-o xoxox

Constance La France August 3, 2013 at 8:03 AM Jack you captured the essence of writing perfectly, it is like breathing, and it sometimes begins with just one word, well done, Constance Jack Ellison August 3, 2013 at 8:04 AM You kind words are much appreciated this fine morning... thanks a bunch! Hugs, Jack xoxoxox