I write nonsense

Feeling a bit of a mood swing.

Starting to notice little things,

 and they irritate me.

Might seem less positive.

Not me,

 and I do try to stay positive,

   but some comments seem less than helpful.

Now,

 some would think I have felt insulted.

A few words directed towards me with less than friendly feelings.

This is not the case.

The writer should be able to learn.

 Play with various styles,

  and in the current day,

    play with oddball fonts,

or line placements.

For those holding onto formal styles,

 only because they seem classy,

   the words need to have meaning.

Otherwise,

 the lines wrote might as well be a limerick on a bathroom stall.

Reviews

[Lyn Anderson]

Ah yes the eternal struggle "mine's more poetry than yours" ... or is it bigger lol?
I get the point of putting wrote there, but I still think written would be fittin' just sayin' you need to stay ... exactly, who you are

[Jon Roggie]

I can see it. Let me think about it.

[barleygirl]

Damn! I’ve been duly chastised! Sorry I tend to cling to the relative safety of rhyme & rhythm (even tho I don’t think of myself as being one bit classy!) If only you realized how lucky you are to NOT be one bit conventional. It’s an art. It’s a gift. Don’t bash the rest of us who don’t have it. I would do anything to be able to strip away my fake veneer & be as real on the page, as you always are (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Jon Roggie]

I was in the middle of an insightful explanation, and then the computer restarted.
Anyway,read moreI was in the middle of an insightful explanation, and then the computer restarted.
Anyway,
I was not meaning to criticize those who follow the path of rhyme and style, but I could understand why you might think so.
This was inspired by some of reviews I have seen.
New writers raked over the coals for not following a certain style. It irritates me.
I tend to be in the area where my fellow writers have no clue where I am going with a poem. I usually don't until it feels finished. I am happy when someone takes a message from my rambles!
Now, I feel like I have been scolded. My apologies.
Time to write some more nonsense!
Sidenote.
Hope the weather is better in your part of the state. Here we have the smoke from various fires drifting in. The humidity is up, but the rain clouds don't make it past the mountains.

[barleygirl]

My computer has been hanging big time on this website. If I didn't love you freaks so much, I would quit this site, just for the annoyance! *wink! wink!* (I didn't get to "read more" becuz your response was truncated . . . sigh!)

[Jon Roggie]

This is new. The site clipped off around a paragraph.
I have noticed this starting with other writers' posts. Trust me. The words were awe-inspiring.

[barleygirl]

Yeah, I've seen the non-linked "read more" cropping up more & more lately!

[Sami Khalil]

Variety is the spice of life, integrity is the bedrock of a character and your uniqueness is the added ingredient to a wonderful company. Best to be onesself, write and explore many forms and ideas. I don't like just one genre for that is not wholesome creativity. You can be good at one thing more than others but at least we should try other flavors. Excellent, sir.

[Jon Roggie]

One of thing about here is we have a chance to grow. There is an opportunity to learn, and try different styles of writing.
Thank you for your kind review.
Jon

[Sami Khalil]

So true. You are welcome...

[Corset]

I was thinking about a time some time ago when I would say jokingly to a friend "you suck" because they had written a particularly brilliant write, I thought they understood that what I meant was " you suck because I wish I could have written that , like that" not because they actually sucked. It's something a sibling would say to her brother when they don't feel comfortable with giving high praise, that they would not believe in my sincerity, it never dawned on me that they would think they really sucked. Till I read someone else who took the relationship for granted do something similar and it triggered indignancy in me, he does not, I thought why does he tolerate that ridicule, and then I remembered the way I would praise with those wrds that could have been taken in a different context and how that might have hurt their feelings when it wasn't what I meant at all.

[Jon Roggie]

Thank you for this view.
We get to know people in the cafe.
They become family.
Sometimes you see attacks.
Not casual jokes,
more of a snooty attitude.
I don't like that.
Let the writer grow.
Time to step off my soapbox.

[Corset]

If we slide backwards, this is the cause of it? I agree, many complain that the reviews are too flippant, or generic without great depth and some are just out right mean, take Liv Tylers video for Givency (?) for example, she looks great, sounds great, and thats a damn hard song to sing and "make your own" I think we was Fab, but so many reviews were just hateful. I'll post it. but the point is she made a damn good "try" I couldn't do that, all most everyone on that review board sure as hell could not do as well, yet they bash her to look cool I guess, or some really are that jealous. We all have our petty jealousy, I wish I didn't, but we're human, but it's another thing to drag them down, everyone, no matter how beautiful has esteem issues, some are just hidden better, especially people as beautiful as Liv and probably for this very reason you mention

[Jon Roggie]

I will have to look it up. Some of us have been here for awhile, and still have our doubts. I hate seeing new writers crushed.

[moog-drika]

Thoughts pouring on canvas might grant you different essences, but putting them to a depressed pegionhole and throwing remarks on them is really upsetting.
I find it so relatable. It feels like each of the lines came out through my experience. Loved it.

[Jon Roggie]

We all learn how to express ourselves in different ways. I will be constantly learning how to write. I don't care for people ripping on a writer over grammar, especially when I can see what they posted. Cranky old man.

[Onlyme]

Never a truer word is spoken or said. Heartfelt agree with you. It is not on the presentation it is on the meaning and heartfelt sentiments behind it all. To me, like it is to you. Or may disagree with us both. But let them.

[Jon Roggie]

I was feeling irritated. There are always the trolls.
You can feel when the words have meaning.

[Onlyme]

Trolls are trolls. Sad people who find sick comfort for themselves in hurting others by their nasty put downs towards others. No wonder they should be kept in the dark forever. Until they grow up. And be thoughtful and nice. Instead of mean and spiteful.

[Chris Shaw]

Variety is what is needed and individuality. Feel free to write in whatever way suits you best, that's what I say Jon.

Chris

[Jon Roggie]

I still want the site to create a ramble style. It would match what I do!
Jon

[Lorry]

I’ve always enjoyed the differences in your writing Jon. Never knowing what to expect, other than the unexpected. Sometimes our words are read differently than intended, but that sometimes has a positive too, to point out something we didn’t see ourselves, but I totally understand the sentiment of your words here. I can only hope I wasn’t part of the cause. Your words always mean much more than something.

[Jon Roggie]

I like to read new writers. Some quit, but others continue to grow. It is irritating to see drive-by reviews harping about a typo, or a lapse in grammar. I mess up constantly, but try to learn from my errors. If the words are an honest reflection of your thoughts, run with it!
I will now step down from my soapbox.

[Lorry]

Ha, I think this is a lot of writers bugbear on here. I have seen review which didnt even mention the piece at all, but tore into their alleged errors. I find that if you look at these experts writing, you will find only vanilla, because that is what they've been taught is correct. Every time I read one of these scholars, the vvoice of tv chef Gordon Ramsay takes over, screaming his catchphrase "show some f*****g passion."
Writing is all about the individual and the style they interperate into their work. It is certainly not about rules. Those who disagree have no soul :)

[Jon Roggie]

Well said.

[Ted Kniffen]

Well done, Jon. All aspects of writing should come into play, whether its the words or font or rhyme. All contribute to the piece written...
One man's nectar is another man's poison...
As the old saying goes 'if you can't say anything good...say nothing.
Constructive criticism is one thing we all appreciate.

Good write.

[Jon Roggie]

Thank you for listening to my rant!