a poem is born

artwork by Kendall Jan Jubb

it’s only the fragile infancy of an idea

yet its tendrils transfix me

like a punch of drama

my fingers catapult

then mysteriously slow

to a limber spider-like gait

simultaneously sharp and fluid

a tense battle of wits ensues

there’s a jagged trembling of syllables

a sort of crudité of vibrating gibberish

the elasticity of thought hypnotizes me

words are provocative

       seducing me

      finally

     a poem is born

Reviews

[Beccy]

I've read many a poem about the creative process; often they are quite similar sounding, this is rather special though.

The word choice, the way you build from the first gently whimsical line, 'the fragile infancy of an idea' to that almost explosive 'there’s a jagged trembling of syllables a sort of crudité of vibrating gibberish,' is absolutely wonderful.

Really enjoyed this.

Beccy.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Beccy. Lydi**

[Cassie]

The birth of a very beautiful poem, I love the way you have blended your words. Perfect, simply perfect my friend. Thank you for letting me know. Enjoy your day or is it night where you are

[Lydia Shutter]

It says you posted this two hours ago...which means it was just about dawn here. Thanks for your review, Cassie. I always appreciate your visits. Lydi**

[Jamestown]

Brilliant piece of work, you couldn't have got your message across any
clearer, well written, thought and delivered, bravo! Thanks for sharing and b-blessed!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much. Lydi**

[Norah]

This is truly a beautiful, unique piece of poetry! I especially loved the comparison!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Norah. Lydi**

[jacob erin-cilberto]

this is one of the most exquisite births i have ever witnessed...

the doctor slaps it and says "it's a poem!"

i like the "spider-like gait" especially.

[Lydia Shutter]

I am honored by your review, Jacob. Thank you. lydi**

[ron]

LOL this is so true. I think I wrote one to many of these.
Love this one Lydia.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank so much, Ron. Lydi**

[ron]

You are most welcome Lydi.