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Why I Write Poetry

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~o~

I write to share my ideas with you,
I write because it's a fun thing to do.

I write because I have something to say,
I write to brighten someone else's day.

I write to communicate, to feel less alone,
I write to save thoughts that might have flown.

I write because it makes time fly,
I write to bring a tear to your eye.

I write about love and the joy it brings,
I write about funny and happy things.

I write to create a strong bond
with other poets of whom I am fond.

I write to hopefully touch your heart,
I write to feel close instead of apart.

I write so you'll know how I am feeling,
I write in a way I hope is appealing.

I write to forget about my pain,
I write because it helps keep me sane.

I write to express my deepest sorrow
when hopes have died for a brighter tomorrow.

I wrote this poem with hopes you would read it;
if you've read this far, I must have succeeded.

~o~


Author notes

Painting is "The Favorite Poet"
by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema.
I found it at: www.illusionsgallery.com/favorite-poet.html
Written September 16th, 2003

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  • Terry-too silver member
    August 11, 2007

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    True.

    This poem flows as naturally as quiet conversation, with many thoughts we probably all share but did not think to include. Several have agreed with keeping you sane. That may be why at times of upset, I have found the poems come in batches, releasing pressures, bringing relief, writing themselves. The series of rhyming couplets told it very well.

    A probable winner!
    Terry


  • Hinemoa silver member
    August 10, 2007

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    Dear Maureen, I most certainly read your delightful poem to the end. Some wonderful reasons on why you write poetry. Beautifully written my friend.
    Love Hine.


  • Yemassee gold member
    August 9, 2007

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    See that's the thing, most of us write for many different reasons. Some personal, some with a wider scope in mind. I know when I write something silly I not only have a ball writing it but I hope someone else reads it and gets a laugh or two out of it. And like you I write not only to smile but to avoid pain...true it all seems to come out the same but ah well, I try.

    "I write because it helps keep me sane."

    Ok, that one doesn't apply to me...my sanity left a long time ago!

    But all the others apply (I think) and that is why I and I bet everyone else in the contest will identify with it.


  • trista gold member
    August 9, 2007

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    I've read quite a few poems in the last year about why poets write, and have to say...this is among the best! All the reasons you give are ones I can relate to.

    "I write because it helps keep me sane."

    I usually start to feel just a bit "unbalanced" when I haven't written anything in a while, so that line makes perfect sense to me. The whole poem is beautiful, and I'm so glad I had the opportunity to read it.

    Best of luck to you in the contest,
    ~J.

    • Maureen silver member
      August 9, 2007
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      Thanks a lot! I really appreciate your nice comment!

      Maureen


  • jenelda silver member
    August 9, 2007

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    Dear Maureen,
    Wonderful reason's why you write poetry is in every line. You are a wonderful poet that I admire very much. Beautifully written my friend.
    Jen. Thank you for entering our group contest and good luck in the voting.
    Jen


    • Maureen silver member
      August 9, 2007
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      Thanks a lot , Jen! I like and admire you, too! I'm glad I had a poem I could enter in your contest!

      Maureen


  • Maureen silver member
    August 7, 2007
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    Dearest Hugh,

    It has been awhile since I've had a comment from you. I'VE MISSED YOU! You pick me up on my darkest days. You add to my life in so many ways. Thank you for being such a good friend, a friend on whom I've come to depend.

    Love and Hugs,
    ♥ Maureen


  • hugh wyles silver member
    August 7, 2007

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    Dearest Maur,

    In these eleven stanzas you explain explicitly,
    the many, varied reasons why you write your poetry
    and every one is valid, there is none who would negate
    a single line of all your rhyme to which we can relate.

    When I display my latest pic of you upon my screen,
    I gaze in silent wonder at my beautiful Maureen
    who, on my weekend messages, sends regular comments,
    and always writes to me with wisdom, love and commonsense.

    You do not ask for fame, good fortune, plenitude or wealth,
    but please believe that, daily, I am praying for your health.
    ~~~
    Your poem is exemplary as an entry in response to Jenelda’s contest.
    It tells such a lot about your heart, soul and inner beauty.
    I wish I could give more than three applauds which it deserves.
    Best of luck in the voting
    As always, much love, hugs and XXX’s. Hugh (R.)


  • J aime Coudre silver member
    August 6, 2007

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    I like the wy this is written and the reasons given are so right...Writing should give us pleasure. Yours seems to do that...good luck in this contest.


  • angelica silver member
    August 6, 2007

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    I'm pleased you entered this one my dear Maureen as it seems to be one you wrote before I knew you.
    And I must say it's a pleasure to read such a beautiful poem. There are some very good reasons why you write poetry. Beautifully written my dear Soul/Sister.
    Love Joan

    • Maureen silver member
      August 6, 2007
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      Thank you, my sweet soul/sister!

      Love,
      Maureen


  • Maureen silver member
    October 30, 2003
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    The pleasure is mine, Penny! How else would I have gotten to know poets like you? I have entered many of my old poems in the many contests that are being held right now. That is why you are seeing poems you have already commented on. I appreciate your commenting twice!

    Maureen


  • Rubee
    October 30, 2003
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    I think I've commented on this before, but it was worth a second read. So much can be said and felt thru poetry. Those who aren't into reading it are missing out on so much. I'm glad to have known about your great poetry Maureen..it is truly a pleasure to read.. thanx for being a poet!!!


  • Maureen silver member
    September 21, 2003
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    Thank you, Stompsalot I loved what you had to say!

    Thank you, Rof Cau! I try to write down my fleeting thoughts before they have a chance to evaporate. Later, I embellish, snip away and rearrange.

    < 3 Maureen

  • Rof Cau
    September 21, 2003
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    "I write to save thoughts that might have flown"

    Oh what a line. We writers know the heartbreak of that line only too well. Like fishers whose fish-that-got-away are always the biggest, so it feels that the flown lines were always the best.

    Oh the loss when breathtaking lines form in the mind and then evaporates like mist before the sun when pen touches paper.

    Nice honest write.
    Edited on Sep 21, 1:26 because 'autonomous wandering fingers'.


  • stompsalot
    September 20, 2003
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    Beautiful! Such a lovely caring write, depicting a poets work for others to read and enjoy!
    Thanks to TinaBrannon for pointing this lovely poem out in her Recommended Read List.
    The picture is just so adorable, almost soothing.
    Great work!
    *stomps (and sighs and takes in some poetry)


  • Maureen silver member
    September 20, 2003
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    Thank you, Renee!

    Thank you, Forgotten-one! I would be honored if you shared my poem with your class. My age has always been my secret, though. I REALLY APPRECIATE your enthusiasm!

    < 3 Maureen

  • forgotten-one
    September 20, 2003
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    Bravo! Bravo! That was Beautiful! Would you mind if I shared that with my class? it's such a beautiful poem wow they would love it! wow how old are you? this is astonishing! i like it a lot, i love the rhymes and the flow and wow...ok ill stop but its really good!


  • poetryality silver member
    September 20, 2003
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    Great!

    I am glad you write. This is beautiful. You have definately succeeded. The art work is extraordinary, and the words are a matching work of art. Great poem and visual. Keep writing!

    Much Love,
    Renee
    Edited on Sep 20, 11:24 because 'opp! misspelling!'.


  • Maureen silver member
    September 19, 2003
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    Thank you, Eddy! Thank you, David!

    I should have included, because it is true, I write because I love hearing from you!

    < 3 Maureen

  • -sweetbrother-
    September 19, 2003
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    The poems I write about writing are totally different from yours, but it seems we're saying the same things- because we write for the same reasons. Every line of your poem applies to me; yet it would never occur to me to express these things in such simple, straightforward terms.
    Thank you for this, Maureen

    Many 's
    -David

  • Just4u
    September 18, 2003
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    Yep sis, that about sums it up...I usually write for others
    for when I do my very personal stuff few seem to grasp,
    maybe too deep or just dont' hit a chord. On some things
    you have to go through them, before you can truly understand
    them, so that might be part of it too...

    Hugs and love...Eddy

  • Maureen silver member
    September 17, 2003
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    Thank you, Tina! I'm happy you liked it!
    < 3 Maureen


  • Ava Noire silver member
    September 17, 2003
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    Very lovely poem and picture Maureen. I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks for entering.


  • Maureen silver member
    September 17, 2003
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    Thank you, Sis! Thank you, Timothy! Thank you, Monk!

    You have MADE MY DAY!

    < 3 Maureen


  • haikumonk gold member
    September 17, 2003
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    just dandy

    hahhahahahahahahaaaaaaaaaaaa..... and your hopes have been fulfilled........ I read it. lol

    Unusual style....... clever................ and it works.

    Monk


  • poeticweaver gold member
    September 17, 2003
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    Maureen, this has got to be one of the cutest poems from such an adorable heart!
    I'm happy you write and bring all the emotions through your poetry!
    You are a great person as well as an awesome poetess too! ~Smiles~
    Thanks for sharing your wonderful and lovely works with us all!

    -Timothy


  • Blushfulmoon silver member
    September 17, 2003
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    Sis
    I am so glad you write
    And......
    You always brighten up my day
    Good luck in the contest
    Very inspirational & heartfelt
    Luv you muchly
    Susan

  • Maureen silver member
    September 17, 2003
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    Funny thing is...it wasn't hard at all...because it did come from my heart.


  • September 17, 2003
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    lots of feeling and potential

    I'm sorry, but I think that it's a little choppy? Repeating "I write" overwhelmed any meaning I could get from the other words. Why not just write from your heart and not try so hard to rhyme?


  • Maureen silver member
    September 16, 2003
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    You were a little too fast for me, Kacee!

    Thanks for the nice comment (if you weren't lying)!

    Maureen
    Edited on Sep 17, 2:21 because ''.

  • LoveGoddess
    September 16, 2003
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    heh maybe I lied

    ~Kacee~

  • LoveGoddess
    September 16, 2003
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    Beautiful poem about your inspiration, only one problem... I think you will have to re-upload your picture because it's not showing up very nice work though, good luck in the contest.

    ~Kacee~

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