Frost

Frost

A Poem by Adam Latham
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So a while ago I tried to write a poem dedicated to one of my favourite poets, Robert Frost. The aim was to create a piece using the titles of some of his poems. The end result was a bit of a mess.

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I’ve stopped by woods on snowy eves
More times than I can say,
I’ve wandered roads not taken till
I could not find my way.

I’ve apple picked and mended walls
All by a silken tent,
I’ve been acquainted with the night
Till night and dark were spent.

I’ve asked for roses, prayed in spring
For weather hot and searing
So I could sit and read Bob Frost
Within a cabin clearing.

© 2024 Adam Latham


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There is a blessedness about the beauty of this poem, and a marriage it seems of the essence of Frost, most specially from the road less travelled by and nothing gold can stay. Top shelf stuff. Thanks for sharing.

Posted 2 Years Ago


What a great tribute to one of the masters. When I have the time I am reading Frost myself. I enjoyed reading this. Thank you! Temp

Posted 2 Years Ago


The only poet to ever receive four Pulitzer Prizes for poetry, winner of the Congressional Gold Medal, nominated for the Nobel Prize in literature 31 times, winner of the prestigious Bollingen Prize from Yale University, Poet Laureate for the state of Vermont and Poet Laureate of the United States from 1958 to 1959. Those are the impressive credentials Robert Frost attained through his work. He said once that he had thrown over half of his life's work away. Upon hearing that, I was thinking I'd certainly like to find and rummage through that dumpster. I enjoyed your tribute piece to a literary icon well deserving of your praise.

Posted 2 Years Ago


Adam Latham

2 Years Ago

Thank you so much, Fabian. I had absolutely no idea that he was nominated for the Nobel Prize in lit.. read more
Red Brick Keshner

2 Years Ago

More astounding is why after 31 times they haven't granted him the Prize if not posthumously!
There is no doubt who you have paid this tribute to. Your poem has a smooth flow I enjoyed it.

Posted 2 Years Ago


Adam Latham

2 Years Ago

Thank you so much. Yeah, I'm a big fan of Robert frost so writing a tribute piece to him was really .. read more
Cherrie Palmer

2 Years Ago

Recently I watched an old interview he gave it was wonderful.
Yeah I like it too, even if you hadn’t explained, I would have been puzzled & guessing but the flow of words and rhyme is pleasing to read.

Posted 5 Years Ago


danielle.

5 Years Ago

And now I’m going to go and look up Robert Frost!
I am not sure why you are unhappy with this
very nicely done

Posted 5 Years Ago


You are being WAAAAAY too hard on yourself! This is a great poem! You accomplished all your goals, plus you planted seeds of Frost longing in all of your readers, I bet! Your rhyme, rhythm, & pacing are so reminiscent of Frost's writing & the embedded titles are not obvious bumps to the reading, but blending in perfectly with your message. I love your originality & imagination! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

Posted 6 Years Ago


Adam Latham

6 Years Ago

Thank you so much, Margie, you're very kind. I really love Robert Frost, that's why I wanted to writ.. read more
An excellent poem in the style of the one (Robert Frost) you admire. Wonderful imagery. Too bad you didn't include a couplet for a complete sonnel. :)

Posted 6 Years Ago


Adam Latham

6 Years Ago

Thank you so much, Tamara. A couplet at the end...it never occurred to me to do that. What a good id.. read more
Tamara Beryl Latham

6 Years Ago

Yes, you must add the couplet. Either way, I loved it!
This is an incredibly well written piece, and it does so much justice to your inspiration. Amazing work, Adam!

Posted 6 Years Ago


Adam Latham

6 Years Ago

You're very kind, thank you so much, Nina. I must confess, I'm not entirely happy with it. I think I.. read more
NinaNoir

6 Years Ago

I can relate to that, as I'm sure a lot of us can. Just remember to give yourself some credit from t.. read more
You've given an ode to Frost as his ardent admirer and you've conveyed the sentiment well. Not reduced it to a pastiche and yet channeled the mood of Frost's poem with deftness.

Good stuff!
M.

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Vivian Gospel

6 Years Ago

I agree with Mallika here. Good stuff.

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Added on September 20, 2018
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Adam Latham
Adam Latham

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom



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