A thought inspired gives birth to form
Images follow and the pen begins to quiver
Writing flows forth with rhyming transform
Sonnet, villanelle or a couplet sliver
A need for expression with lyrical feel
Profound emotions in succinct detail
Straight from the heart it emerges real
From strong and savage to delicate and frail
Well-chosen words describe topic best
Without superfluous syllables making a mess
Supportive of getting things off of my chest
Of politics, beliefs and myriad thoughts of distress
Accommodating too of my love of earth’s scenery
Words take their places for describing its splendor
And of love, hate, death…life, growing and greenery
Endless, limitless…I’m a poetical contender
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Sharing this with Poets United: Poetry Pantry # 111: http://poetryblogroll.blogspot.com/2012/08/poetry-pantry-111.html
Gay Reiser Cannon invites us to write a poem on poetry at dVerse Poets: http://dversepoets.com/2012/07/12/poetry-on-poetry/
brian miller
/ July 12, 2012yes you are…love the rhyme scheme in this…straight from the heart it emerges real…nice…mine may take a rewrite or two but…haha…poetry makes for a great vehicle…
Bodhirose
/ July 12, 2012Oh, for heaven’s sake…I spelled “emerge” wrong! Thanks for using the word here, Brian and bringing it to my attention. Geez… :)
Daydreamertoo
/ July 12, 2012A poetical contender, indeed. Some really vivid imagery and lovely lines all through this. A thought inspires, then travels to the quivering pen.. nice !
Bodhirose
/ July 12, 2012Thanks so much…that seems to be my process..a thought pops in and the rest follows.
Heaven (@asweetlust)
/ July 12, 2012In whatever form and shape, I like that it is endless, limitless ~ Lovely share ~
http://a-sweetlust.blogspot.ca/2012/07/like-river.html
Bodhirose
/ July 12, 2012Yes, it is limitless in the ways we can use poetry for our expression..I like that too. Thanks, Grace.
ayala
/ July 12, 2012Simply beautiful!
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thank you, Ayala..I appreciate your enthusiasm.
aprille
/ July 12, 2012How about a quivering quill ‘?
Just happened to try out a red kite feather yesterday. The sharpening is what I find hard to accomplish, but they can be nice for calligraphy, especially on handmade paper.
I liked your generous sonnet.
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012I’ve always been curious about quills but never have given one a try..very cool that you are using one for calligraphy, Aprille..I’ll bet it’s lovely. And thank you!
Susan
/ July 12, 2012Nice detailed process and sense of victory, worthiness clearly shown. I loved thinking of a marching parade with floats–a mummers parade– at “Words take their places for describing its splendor” which reminded me that your Ars poetica does not exclude humor.
Great!
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thanks so much for a very thoughtful comment..I appreciate that. And I do love a sense of humor in my poetry.
darkangelwrites
/ July 13, 2012“Profound emotions in succinct detail” that’s where I feel most comfortable.
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012In that way there’s more of an “oomph” to the emotions. Really enjoyed your offering today…
tamasin66
/ July 13, 2012brilliant!
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thank you, Tamasin…always a treat to see you here! xoxo
David King
/ July 13, 2012Splendid this. Thoroughly enjoyable!
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012What more could I hope for… thanks.
tigerbrite
/ July 13, 2012Lyrical and lovely :)
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thanks so much. :)
Blue Flute
/ July 13, 2012Nice flow and expression of poetry’s creative process and outlet for our internal voice. I also liked the “contender” viewpoint. It made me think of a boxer fighting up the ranks, though I don’t think you have violent intent :P
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012No, not meaning fighting but rather a hopeful striver. Thanks for a great comment.
Anna Montgomery
/ July 13, 2012A wonderfully apt metaphor and I have to admit a soft spot for those ‘superfluous syllables’ :) as polysyllabic words get me all a flutter.
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thanks so much, Anna. And yes, sometimes we need those syllables!
Laurie Kolp
/ July 13, 2012Yes, poetry is a wonderful outlet… beautifully expressed!
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Many thanks, Laurie..
marousia
/ July 13, 2012Love the rhyme and metre
Bodhirose
/ July 13, 2012Thank you, Marousia
Victoria C. Slotto
/ July 13, 2012The rhyme and flow is so smooth and I read you loud and clear in the words and spaces!
Bodhirose
/ July 14, 2012Many thanks, Victoria…so nice to see you here knowing how busy you’ve been..
lucychili
/ July 14, 2012ecology is powerful
Bodhirose
/ July 14, 2012Sure is..
Bodhirose
/ July 14, 2012By the way, lucychili…would love to visit your blog but have no link. If you would provide one, I will come by…
charlesmashburn
/ July 14, 2012I love it! And, yes, you are!
Bodhirose
/ July 14, 2012Thank you, Charles! How nice..
Renee Espriu
/ July 14, 2012I so agree with every line and you write them so well. I have been fighting fatigue lately but hope to get back to more writing soon. The minute you wane your visitors seem to all but disappear. Your post is a ‘feel good’ thing to read. Thank You!
Bodhirose
/ July 15, 2012Thanks so much, Renee..and sorry to hear of your fatigue. I’m facing more muscle aches and pain lately…being on the computer too much makes it worse. And how right you are, if you don’t keep up with consistent posting…bye, bye blogging friends. Oh well, we do what we can, right? And I’m especially happy if this post left you feeling good…a nice bonus.
Gay
/ July 16, 2012Poetic ballad here – spot on and so encompassing. I loved the way it sang and sang of singing and singing of all aspects in our life, within and without. Wonderful.
Bodhirose
/ July 16, 2012You are the sweetest…thank you, Gay.
Androgoth
/ July 16, 2012It is always a pleasure
to read your work Gayle :)
Have a truly awesome
Tuesday and be good ;)
If you want to I mean? :) ;)
BTW – I like your new pic :)
Androgoth XXx
Bodhirose
/ July 16, 2012Haha..yeah, I’m being good. I usually mind my manners pretty well. Thanks for the lovely compliments, Androgoth…for the poem and photo…and of course for paying me a visit…always love to have you drop by. xoxo
Androgoth
/ July 17, 2012You know, when I wrote this I hadn’t realised that I had made an absolutely ridiculous blunder on my own Space and I apologise sincerely for my error, I can’t explain it as it is not like me to mix up with my friends like that, perhaps I really should invest in some quality reading glasses, I do have some from over the counter but rarely wear them…
To be honest I am long sighted and only use the spectacles for close up use when reading very small print, such as ingredients on a label when shopping and such. Do have a lovely afternoon and evening Gayle and again I am really sorry for my earlier mistake…
Androgoth XXx
Bodhirose
/ July 17, 2012Please don’t feel bad…that was not my intention, Androgoth. When having to respond to so many comments, it’s quite easy to mix names up…I did not take it personally and perhaps I should have not brought it to your attention. You are a dear…thanks so much. I have to use glasses for reading and work on the computer too…I’m far-sighted like you are. :)
Gayle xoxo
Androgoth
/ July 17, 2012I know that you were not meaning anything wrong by mentioning it but I am pleased that you told me and that I was able to call into your Space to add my apology. Yes I do comment on a lot of Spaces but I am so far behind these days that it is a wonder that anyone visits my Space. I wouldn’t blame them either as I am getting too far behind on everyone’s now and my Space is Private so no idea how everyone copes when the Spaces are open to the Internet? :( Hey have a lovely evening Gayle and thank you for replying to this one my great friend :)
Androgoth XXx
Bodhirose
/ July 19, 2012I’m behind too…I don’t know what’s happened to my posting and visiting energy…it’s sadly lacking. I’m glad you understand…you seem to be in the same boat that I am. :) Enjoy your evening too…and the rest of your week. I’m glad I didn’t embarrass you. Thanks for coming by again, Androgoth. xoxo
bardessdmdenton
/ July 18, 2012Quite beautiful, Gayle. I would like to put this on my FB author page, as it so lyrically and truly describes what it is like to be a ‘poetical contender’ … even in prose.
Bodhirose
/ July 19, 2012Well thank you, Diane. I’m flattered that you would like to share this on your author page…go ahead if you would like. It’s posted on my FB page..you could share it from there or however you prefer.
dragonkatet
/ July 22, 2012You are definitely a contender, my friend. This was simply delightful to read. As one who also has a love of words, I am sure you have a terrific time writing it, too, yes? ;)
Bodhirose
/ July 23, 2012Much gratitude to you, Corina, for your sweet words…I’m glad this delighted you. :) And yes, you’re right, I did have fun writing this. ;)
Jamie Dedes
/ July 26, 2012What a pleasure to read this. In fact I read it twice… Wonderful! … I’m sitting here chuckling with it. What fun.
Bodhirose
/ July 26, 2012Well it seems especially gratifying when someone reads something you’ve written twice…unless they just can’t wrap their brains around it! :) Thank you, Jamie…that’s nice.
Mary
/ August 20, 2012You are a contender indeed. This poem definitely defines the poetic process very well. Poetry serves SO many purposes for the writer and hopefully brings enjoyment or enlightenment (or both) to the reader!
Bodhirose
/ August 20, 2012Oh, thanks so much, Mary…and you’re so right, poetry does serve many purposes for writer and reader both.
Rosemary Nissen-Wade (@SnakyPoet)
/ August 20, 2012You are indeed! :)
Bodhirose
/ August 20, 2012Many thanks, Rosemary!
KIana@NakedSoulPoet
/ August 20, 2012Contender, yes!!! Poetry can release many things. I really like this
Bodhirose
/ August 20, 2012Poetry has been a really nice way for me to share feelings, ideas, etc…and thanks for being one of my readers and enjoying this…I appreciate it.
Audrey Howitt
/ August 20, 2012Beautiful, beautiful line—
Bodhirose
/ August 20, 2012Thank you, Audrey…
Poet Laundry
/ August 20, 2012Love the rhyming style of this! And the title is quite clever :)
Bodhirose
/ August 20, 2012Well, thanks for that…I appreciate it. :)