Writing is a craft that needs skill like carpentry,
Like trying to build a poem using words creatively.
There must be exquisite care in the verbal choice
For just like a house, each part has its own voice.
Writing a poem is more than words put into play,
Tossed here and there, with meanings in disarray.
While anyone can write varied words randomly,
A poet is one who can use them to create imagery.
A poet is one who can bring out the bright golden sun,
Hang the silvery moon in the sky when the day is done.
He can paint the verdant hills as though you were there-
And bring the scent of jasmine in the cool soothing air.
A poet is one who can soar the fathomless galaxies,
Make your dreams bloom or wither in miseries.
A poet is one who can hear the song of butterfly wings,
He goes in and out your heart.... to paint your feelings.
Cynthia Buhain-Baello~~~12.28.17
What is Poetry?
"Poetry is a form of literature, spoken or written, that emphasizes rhythm, other intricate patterns of sound and imagery, and the many possible ways that words can suggest meaning. The word itself derives from a Greek word, poesis, meaning "making" or "creating." Whereas ordinary speech and writing, called prose, are organized in sentences and paragraphs, poetry in its simplest definition is organized in units called lines as well as in sentences, and often in stanzas, which are the paragraphs of poetry. "(tripod.com)
With rhythm and rhyme it sounds so nice So I had to read it at least twice Your views on poetry, I do agree Thanks Cynthia, for sharing it with me
Cynthia, this is stupendous write. A perfect poem for poetry. The wording, flow, rhyme and symmetry are fantastic. Most educational piece. You nailed it.10
Very good Cynthia I agree with most if not all of what you have written. You might be interested in reading a couple of my poems on poetry posted on this site titled: An Ode To Textbook Poets and Internet Poetry. Cheers
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Wow, such a perfect poem penned in a beautiful form of poetry...10+++