What is poetry?

This is what poetry is to me

The poems i write, are not for me
they're already in my head, so what good would that be?
I write poems, for others to read
the way a painting is made to be seen
i want to paint a picture, in my readers mind
i want them to feel emotions, with each and every line
sometimes i write to vent, or to just let my feelings out
but that shouldn't be my intent, that's not all writing should be about
its about entertaining you the reader, and taking you places you've never been
that's what goes through my mind, each time i pick up the pen
And when my poem is through
i want you to feel asthough it was written, just for you
so when you ask,"what is poetry?"
I will answer,"its all for you, not for me."

Reviews

[L.Edward]

Well penned. Yes, writing is different things to different people. I write first and foremost in aid of my personal transformation, but there is always the voice of the audience in the back of my mind giving me the mojo to write well and to write often. It's like when you are alone you generally cook simple meals but when you have friends around to share your handy work you can be inspired to cook up an absolute feast.

[MikeV]

Your review explained my thoughts exactly! :) thank you so much for taking the time to read :)

[L.Edward]

Great minds think alike aye! Always a pleasure.

[Glen Yumang Manese]

I would say you are the poem and the rest is extra...in terms...people will read the verse...but never know the writer...how many times have you seen a painting and wonder who drew it...most of the time you're admiring the presentation...not the artist behind the work itself...

[MikeV]

True but untrue
for instance, i love eminems work and i would love to know him as a person
read moreTrue but untrue
for instance, i love eminems work and i would love to know him as a person
same with art, if i could have known michael angelo, i would jump to the
opportunity

[SyberRose]

yes we write for others to enjoy...and you did a great painting this canvas of words Mike...:)

[MikeV]

Thank you Rose! I always love when you stop by :)

[Frieda P]

Okay so I'm taking this one, none for you Mike, ha...like this a lot, you've shown us a bit of your soul in writing this...thank you.

[MikeV]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

[Frieda P]

Was my pleasure Mike :-)

[Sami Khalil]

"i want to paint a picture, in my readers mind
i want them to feel emotions, with each and every line
sometimes i write to vent, or to just let my feelings out
but that shouldn't be my intent, that's not all writing should be about
its about entertaining you the reader, and taking you places you've never been
that's what goes through my mind, each time i pick up the pen "

You have done that and more...A splendid poem...:)

[MikeV]

Thank you very much! :)

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:)

[Heather]

this is great! i love how you incorporated your opinions into this as it really works and it is lovely to hear what you think, beautifully written yet again!! :D

[MikeV]

Thank you so much! :)

[Heather]

no problem! you are very welcome it was truly my pleasure!! :D