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Why Write Poetry?
My first published poem was in my junior high school
yearbook. I titled it “A Rose is a Lovely Flower.” And it’s true
because a rose is a lovely flower. Plus it also stood for love. But the
use of the rose in the poem was analogy for people.
A rose is a flower. Though we’re human, like the flower,
we all have our own distinct personalities. That makes us different. And
like how the red rose stands for love, yellow for friendship, we as
individuals stand for something too. Whether
to others, ourselves or our personal beliefs.
The rose and William Shakespeare opened up a new train of
thought in my early teen years. Questions about why we’re so different
when we’re all human. When we’re all the same. Questions begging to be
answered.
Did I know I’d seek the answer in a poem? No, I did not.
But somehow I knew, that though I wouldn’t come close, writing poetry
would set me on the path to finding it. An answer that couldn’t be
explained or understood with other opinions alone.
And that’s what I’ve been doing ever since. Writing poetry to search for answers.
About the Author:
Ever since she was young, Lidy Wilks was often found completely submerged in the worlds of Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Sweet Valley High and Nancy Drew. She later went on to earn a Bachelor degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, from Franklin Pierce University. Where she spent the next four years knee deep in fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction workshops.
Lidy is the author of Can You Catch My Flow? a poetry chapbook and is a member of Write by the Rails. She currently resides in Virginia with her husband and two children. And an anime, book and manga library, she’s looking to expand, one day adding an Asian drama DVD collection. Lidy continues her pursuit in writing more poetry collections and fantasy novels. All the while eating milk chocolate and sipping a glass of Cabernet. Or Riesling wine.
Ever since she was young, Lidy Wilks was often found completely submerged in the worlds of Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Sweet Valley High and Nancy Drew. She later went on to earn a Bachelor degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, from Franklin Pierce University. Where she spent the next four years knee deep in fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction workshops.
Lidy is the author of Can You Catch My Flow? a poetry chapbook and is a member of Write by the Rails. She currently resides in Virginia with her husband and two children. And an anime, book and manga library, she’s looking to expand, one day adding an Asian drama DVD collection. Lidy continues her pursuit in writing more poetry collections and fantasy novels. All the while eating milk chocolate and sipping a glass of Cabernet. Or Riesling wine.
38 comments:
They give each other so much love. Hugs, Valerie
Just like a dog and owner. Wild!
Intelligent creatures with a LOT of charm.
It's amazing what we are capable of when we "adopt" a "pet." Beautiful.
Hi, dear Sandra!
I never watch Fox and Friends, but I enjoyed watching Fox and Friend. :) It did my heart good to see that display of affection between man and fox and I thank you for sharing, dear friend!
How wonderful! Thank you for the smile this morning. :)
They sure do, Val.
Hugs
Awwwww. Now I want a fox.
UmHm. Actually, they domesticated much quicker than wolves in the studies that were done.
Well said, EC:)
Yes, indeed:)
How are you and Bleubeard today, Elizabeth?
One happy fox and owner indeed
Good word play there, Shady. My pleasure. That little guy sure enjoyed his human didn't he?
My pleasure:)
Have a great day, Christine.
Oh dear. I'm not sure how good he would be for Ink.
Yes they are:)
Happy Monday, Pat.
total lee awesum moovee...we gived it 984 paws UP !!! manee thanx for sharin ♥♥♥
Grin. Glad the tabbies enjoyed it.
Ooh so cut !! :)
It is a pity foxes are such a terrible pest, here anyway, as they are quite cute.
Never thought a fox can be so cute. Always thought they were, well, sly foxes. Watched way too many Disney movies growing up.
Thanks for having me on your blog today Sandra!
Writing poetry can be a salve to the soul...
I liked the video of the fox and man. We don't have foxes in Tasmania.
Poetry is a deep expression of one's heart. I love the fox...always did and to see this just made my heart smile.
I find your comments on how we're all human very poignant. Why do people feel the need to be so divisive? I love poetry, as it usually stems from deep emotion in a single moment of inspiration and captures that rarity on paper, with words.
Hi Andrew,
They sure can be, but I find them fascinating little creatures.
My pleasure, Lidy:) Wishing you much success.
Indeed, Lee.
We have some in our area but never see them. We have many more coyotes.
You are definitely write about the poetry, Birgit.
I had the the same reaction to the fox:)
Well said, Steven.
So cute!!! Awwwww!!!! Beautiful poetry!
I enjoyed reading why she writes poetry!
Well said. Poetry is the chicken soup for the soul.
So true Birgit. Which is why poetry is therapeutic because it'll lead the writer unto a journey of introspection.
Thank you Magic, :-D
Thanks again Magic. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you Steven. Yes, often we let our differences keep us apart. Instead of recognizing our similarities and trying to open bridges of communication.
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