What Does Poetry Mean To You

I see myself in the words I pen. I see an escape from the world I live in. I use words to make others feel good. I use words to help me be understood. If it wasn't for poetry I would be an empty vessel you see.. Poetry gives my candle the strength to stay lit. Poetry is who I am.
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August 25, 2012 at 6:52 AM
I have discovered who I am through poetry and have made many wonderful friends...
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August 24, 2012 at 8:24 PM
wonderful one on what poetry means to you, Cory. REALLY swell!!
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August 24, 2012 at 6:20 PM
Beautiful Cory...A special kind of power for those knowing themselves....When time permits, please read my "Lullaby Rising"...same theme, almost as I am "A Poet Who Loves To Sing"...lol Cynthia
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August 24, 2012 at 3:36 PM
Oh I think you are much much more ;) Light & Love
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August 24, 2012 at 3:43 PM
I realize I am but this is what flowed out...LOL Hope you are well..
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August 24, 2012 at 3:19 PM
Beautiful! I wrote a poem too by this title. Hm...I liked yours a lot!! Thanks for stopping by and reading my work. Always, Laura
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August 24, 2012 at 12:03 PM
Poetry gives me - freedom - joy - dreams - and it means a lot to have someone to share it with - Thank you Cory for sharing with me today. - Have a beautiful weekend in sunshine and love. - oxox big hug // Anne-Lise :)
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August 24, 2012 at 12:18 PM
your so sweet.. have a great weekend as well :)
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August 24, 2012 at 11:51 AM
This is a perfect example of what poetry would mean to me as well...an extension of myself! It keeps me alive when things go dead! I feel alive when I write and I hope others feel what it was what I felt when I wrote my words! Your poem here peaked my interest a lot, got me thinking about this subject! You were successful in doing what you wanted, telling me what poetry means to you and having me think about the same! What a fabulous write Cory, very Awesome Work!!
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August 24, 2012 at 9:44 AM
I was asked this question, "What does poetry mean to you?"
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