What Is Poetry?
In the beginning was the Word
-John 1:1
It’s only words
words only, yes
that only – but wait
an arrangement of words
offers meaning
word pictures, really
how a pond can be your life
how a branch of the elm
can tell a story
of being cut off from love
lopped and fallen
now just a lonely stick
that only
Jim Teeters has published poetry in several anthologies. He conducts poetry workshops for children and adults and is active in poetry readings in the Seattle area through the Striped Water Poets. He is the author of six poetry collections and the book, Teach with Style, (ASTD Press July 2013). Jim is a retired social worker living in Kent, Washington.
Jim, I loved your description of what poetry is. Thank you for sharing a super word picture.
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ReplyDeleteThis is a cool way to describe poetry, Jim. Thank you for sharing it.
Bob D
Wow! I love the way you have weaved a poem just like that. Your style is so refreshing and beautiful. Thanks for sharing, Jim.
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Shivapriya
Nice job, Jim. I enjoyed reading and meditating upon "What Is Poetry?" I like the unique tone and structure of it as well. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!
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Thanks for such sweet WORDS - that only :-)
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ReplyDeleteVery descriptive and expressive work..A unique well thoughtout poem..
Sara