this is a well-done metaphor: lovemaking and writing are conjoined without being crass
i also like how this poem is involved enough to include alliterations without seeming pretentious - this is a sign of a legitimately talented wordsmith
Posted 7 Years Ago
7 Years Ago
i really appreciate your words, Sprint...i am not that fond of crass in poetry, so consciously avoid.. read morei really appreciate your words, Sprint...i am not that fond of crass in poetry, so consciously avoid it...works for some, not for me...but that is just poetic taste...
Ah, the love of the muse....our true Valentines! She does kiss us with the thoughts, the words, the inspiration. No way we can say "no" to her. Lydi**
Posted 7 Years Ago
7 Years Ago
yes, no way...a blessing or a curse, sometimes i am not sure which one....thank you, Lydi. read moreyes, no way...a blessing or a curse, sometimes i am not sure which one....thank you, Lydi.
''heart beats
heartbeats
reproducing poems
from infinite kisses of the keys''
love the above lines.
I know its unnatural, but i always found the word ''womb'' macabre, which couldn't be more far from the truth since its the cradle of life. Exquisite poem Jacob.
At times writing requires little effort as in placid fornication. The flow of words simply comes and form and structure become our creation, a born poem or piece of prose. And many of us are so compelled to reap satisfaction this way. A sort of phoneme masturbation. Perhaps a droll account of your feelings about writing Jacob?
Posted 7 Years Ago
7 Years Ago
interesting perspective...i really like this response, John...it's better than the poem... read moreinteresting perspective...i really like this response, John...it's better than the poem...
Originally from Bronx, NY, I live in Carbondale, Illinois...teach English at a community college and have been writing and publishing poetry since 1970. I am here to read for inspiration from other po.. more..