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What Inspires Me To Write Poetry

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My poems can be written straight from my heart So I ensure my notepad and pen are never far apart I’ll write humourous lines on a fun situation Or on disastrous events, which affect a whole nation I get inspiration from everything that’s around me I’ll try and describe it as best I can in my poetry A stunning sunrise painted as if by Monet’s brush Hearing the tuneful twitter of the morning song thrush The patchwork quilt of colour on the autumn hills Seeing motorbike races with its thrills and spills Watching a tiny baby sleeping so peacefully Or moonlight dancing on a silvery sea Listening to beautiful love song on the radio This can evoke memories from so long ago The death of those who were once in my life Of good times and bad, life issues and strife Some poems are fact, although many are fiction But I’ve found poetry has become my addiction What inspires me to write poetry Sponsored by Julie Rodeheaver 09-04-17

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Klio Tsitsikroni

Date: 9/11/2017 12:37:00 PM

A lovely poem indeed. Well done! Jan.

Pat Adams

Date: 9/9/2017 4:06:00 PM

Inspiration takes many forms indeed. I can relate and very well put! Congrats and I am way behind as usual. 80]..Pat

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:08:00 PM

Thanks pat I hope to be back to normal next week:-) hugs Jan xx

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/6/2017 3:02:00 PM

This is a top winner for me Jan! I just love the reasons that inspire your poetry and the beauty of this world inspires me too. You have grown so much since you began Jan. I can see you heading to become a Master poet one day! Congratulations on this wonderful poem taking top honors! ; )

Jan Allison
Date: 9/6/2017 4:04:00 PM

Aww Connie you are too kind with your comment! I am so amazed I enjoy writing so much and have learned new skills since joining soup:-) hugs Jan xx

Joseph May

Date: 9/6/2017 11:10:00 AM

Congrats on your win Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 9/6/2017 4:05:00 PM

Thanks Joseph

Eve Roper

Date: 9/6/2017 9:42:00 AM

I am back to congratulate you on your win Hugs Eve ~`*

Jan Allison
Date: 9/6/2017 4:26:00 PM

Thanks Eve:-) hugs Jan xx

Dale Gregory Cozart

Date: 9/6/2017 8:38:00 AM

Congrats on your win, Jan!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/6/2017 4:27:00 PM

Thanks Dale :-) hugs Jan xx

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/6/2017 6:02:00 AM

Congrats Jan!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:09:00 PM

Thanks vijay:-) hugs Jan xx

Joanna Daniel

Date: 9/5/2017 9:58:00 AM

I love the final stanza, Jan, to which I can relate:) your thoughts well expressed :)

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:10:00 PM

Thanks Jo:-) hugs Jan xx

Eve Roper

Date: 9/4/2017 7:49:00 PM

Nicely done, Jan, it seems that poetry has become an addiction to me too., goood luck in the contest. ~`*

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:11:00 PM

One addiction I will never give up:-) hugs Jan xx

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/4/2017 3:34:00 PM

WoW! Jan this is a stunning piece on what inspires you to write. I for one am grateful for the things that inspire you to write. It looks like a winner to me. I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-) Alexis

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:12:00 PM

Cheers Alexis:-) hugs Jan xx

Michael Bell

Date: 9/4/2017 1:35:00 PM

Wow ! what a poetic entry Jan, I too did not know what happened, It was like a light bulb flash and I got hooked, I really enjoyed this write, It was quite motivational how one can create something others don't see and just paint that picture - Well done Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2017 4:13:00 PM

I hated poetry at school and now I simply have to write:-) hugs Jan xx

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/4/2017 8:52:00 AM

Whatever the reason we are glad you are inspired to write! Well expressed. Also thanks for your visit.

Jan Allison
Date: 9/4/2017 12:24:00 PM

Thanks Richard reads and comments are like hen's teeth and it's always a pleasure to read your wise words:-) hugs Jan xx

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/4/2017 1:48:00 AM

- A poem should always come from your heart, Jan :) - A poem with "very deep" words and incomprehensible metaphors does not give me understanding or pleasure :) - I love yours :) - GL in the contest - Best wishes for a lovely Monday :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jan Allison
Date: 9/4/2017 3:02:00 AM

My poems are simple Anne Lise I too am not a fan of poetry only the poet understands but each to their own style and my poop will come time ue to flow lol:-) hugs Jan xx

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/3/2017 10:18:00 PM

Ok, I was sure you was going to say, "Why is Arthur Vaso" who inspires me! but if not, I have to say this sure is second best! :) loved this!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/4/2017 3:03:00 AM

You DO inspire me to write LOL:-) hugs Jan xx

Arturo Michael

Date: 9/3/2017 10:07:00 PM

I enjoyed reading your poetry today. You caught me on the first line, "My poems can be written straight from my heart" Thanks for sharing Jan... Good night

Jan Allison
Date: 9/4/2017 3:05:00 AM

Thanks Arturo:-) hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/3/2017 9:02:00 PM

Love how you ended this one, Jan. Join the club of poetry addicts. You have been a member actually for quite a while now. Great entry for her contest!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/4/2017 3:06:00 AM

Yes I joined in Feb 2014 and can't believe how much I love writing now :-) hugs Jan xx

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/3/2017 7:09:00 PM

A lovely poem--cheering for you to win!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/3/2017 7:10:00 PM

Thanks so much Vijay:-) hugs jan xx

Lin Lane

Date: 9/3/2017 7:07:00 PM

Your versatility is evident in the many styles of writing you offer us. Jan...you're a gem.

Jan Allison
Date: 9/3/2017 7:10:00 PM

aww Lin you are so kind :-)I just write whatever my muse comes up with and i have no control of her lol:-) hugs jan xx