Timothy Hicks Poet Clerihew

The Starry Night

The Starry Night
by Vincent van Goh;
seeing it makes me wish to write,
but my page is white like snow.



NOTE: I realize this poem is very minuscule compared to Eileen's extravagant ode to Vincent van Goh... but this is what I got (a blank page)...

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Paul Callus February 5, 2016 at 1:17 PM This is exactly what happens to me sometimes, Tomothy; I can relate to your clerihew...and I have been left with many blank pages myself:) // paul

Ilene Bauer May 29, 2013 at 4:14 PM seeing a painting like that makes it very hard to find the words to describe how it makes you feel and i think you've nailed that exact feeling in this poem... Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 9:41 PM Why thank you Ilene... you echoed my thoughts exactly.

Eileen Manassian May 29, 2013 at 3:08 PM Hey!!! It is beautiful! :) It's a wonderful tribute...and the page is NOT blank! :) When I first say the title I thought...Could it be about him? My Baby??? Yup...great job! :) Proud of ya! Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 9:40 PM So happy you liked it Eileen! I was POSITIVE you were going to stop by (being the super fan of Goh and all). Another wonderful artist is M.C. Escher... though his style revolves more around geometry and drawing... very interesting work!

Maria Kyriacou May 29, 2013 at 11:31 AM I personally feel it's too short, it gets the message across which is the point after all. Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 9:39 PM Thanks for taking the time to read and comment. I will admit, however, that I'm not quite sure what you mean? Clerihews are only supposed to be 4 lines (on rare occasion 2 or 3 stanzas). My meager words wouldn't do the painting justice... I'm just speechless.

Richard Lamoureux May 29, 2013 at 9:24 AM Works for me. I like it's simplicity. Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 8:52 PM Simplicity is many times a good thing... appreciate you stopping by!

Nette Onclaud May 29, 2013 at 9:11 AM a great start for a full-scale write.. shine on and let your pen glide!.. wonderful..:) huggs Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 8:51 PM Thanks Netter, however, I think I'll be keeping it how it is. Clerihew's aren't supposed to be long and dramatic, but short and concise...

Poet Tacito May 29, 2013 at 8:44 AM At times, the most powerful message uses very little verbiage. Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 8:50 PM Well said, Drake! I have much respect for short poems and their ability to say a lot with so few words!

Anne-Lise Andresen May 29, 2013 at 12:43 AM - All poems begins in a completely white page, Timothy - Well done! - Have a nice day. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :) Timothy Hicks May 29, 2013 at 8:49 PM Very true, Anne! Thanks...