What Is Good Poetry

Good poetry is the sounds of words created and bringing these words to life
Picturing the sight’s and even smells in your mind by just reading a few words
Good poetry can bring tears and smiles within a few sentences causing emotions
It can be Judged as an N/A and yet read by many and enjoyed by many

Shakespeare was a good poet when he was alive and became a great poet after his death
Through your words you bring thoughts and feelings by others who read it today and yet
Tomorrow is another day and in the future you just might be another Shakespeare
Shakespeare’s poetry has traveled through time and has brought to many

Life through his written words he had no spell check or guidance he wrote from his heart
No contest to enter or instant notability through computers, he only used his pen translating
His thoughts and feelings turning them into these simple words we call, poetry
Never doubt yourself in your thoughts and feelings, they belong to you and no one else’
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Goldsmith Avatar
September 29, 2019 at 12:26 PM
You said, "Shakespeare was a good poet when he was alive and became a great poet after his death." Why is that???? Greatness should come in life and not in death. Your pen (computer) did a great job....................
Lamoureux Avatar
September 17, 2019 at 7:37 AM
It’s good to see this one received POTD. Congrats. I enjoyed giving it another read.
Wolf Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 5:59 PM
Hey, this one slipped past me, Bobby. Congrats on POTD! ~ gw
Mcintosh Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 9:58 AM
This is amazing... AND SO TRUE. I see so many talented writers here and there and everywhere. Your words are such a blessing. Thank you and God bless you
Proxenos Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 1:21 PM
Hi Bobby, Congratulations on POTD - I love what you wrote bout good poetry and agree with your write - absolutely awesome! Very clever and intense write. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
May Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 2:46 PM
:-)
Andresen Avatar
September 10, 2019 at 3:29 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. Bobby :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Mcgee Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:09 PM
Nicely penned poem to remind us of the durability of our words and contests are only for fun to sharpen our skills. Congrats on your deserved POTD!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 2:57 PM
It is so true, we must not gauge our work by the N/A's received. I agree with your thoughts brilliantly expressed in this lovely poem Bobby. Congratulations on your deserving POTD honor! : ) xxoo
Nicole Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:39 PM
I like to say that: "Poetry is Art in Motion!!" Also, that it is fun to "Scribble Outside the Lines" A poet takes minutes in life, moments from the heart- and then places them upon the page. For all to read and feel. Congratulations Bobby, on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy
Michael Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:07 PM
Congratulations Bobby on POTD
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:36 AM
Some of my best pieces have been NA. I try not to be discouraged and be thankful I ended up with a piece that I am proud of. Sometimes it can be a popularity contest, other times perhaps I over estimate my own skill *lol*. Vanity can be a cruel companion. ;0)
Capitano Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:40 AM
Good advice Bobby, be your own Shakespeare. Rock on!
Doll Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:36 AM
Congratulations on POTD, Bobby. So well written. Best Wishes~ Warren
Pandit Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:27 AM
Congrats Bobby on poem of the day--your words honor poetry.
Allison Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:17 AM
i commented on this the other day but tis disappeared Bobby! Many congrats on POTD with this excellent piece:-) hugs jan xx
May Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 8:24 AM
I never saw your comment Jan, soup needs to fix a few things lol
Pigeon Tart Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 7:49 AM
Lovely done Bobby! Congrats on POTD! xomo
Sands Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 7:26 AM
Congratulations for POTD :)
Adams Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 4:14 AM
Back to say congratulations on POTD my friend :) hugs
Warrior Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 2:56 AM
A Poet has spoken...proud of you dude...Congrats!! on your POTD!! Bobby...^WW^ :o)
Cunningham Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 1:31 AM
Interesting thoughts Bobby, congratulations on POTD. Tom.
Michael Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 8:24 AM
Everyone's unique...at the same we all learn from each other...there're poetry stars that shine for all to see...
One Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 8:11 AM
Poetry is different things to different people.. as long as you are happy.. that is the most important thing..
May Avatar
September 8, 2019 at 8:24 AM
Very true my friend!
Sands Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 11:48 AM
Great message Bobby. Well done :)
May Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 12:53 PM
Thank You Heidi!!
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