I’d like to get to know, A fellow poet’s writing style Especially After reading their poetry for a while. I am sure it would be interesting to know How a fellow poet establishes their; meter, form, and flow.
I realize all poems are unique and use a different method, formula, tact Finding that sweet spot is writing for full impact Since poetry can send us on a wild ride It can be interesting to see the process from inside At least it’s an interesting concept to ponder As we let our minds wander
There are some poems this happens organically While others are built mechanically. I start my poem in draft mode I capture the original essence and let The poem gradually unfold
I leave it sit for a day Then revisit the word play Checking for spelling errors and flaws Looking for that hook, vivid imagery, Our personal flair that create affects in the land of Oz
When I think I’m almost there I check the title to make sure it matches the Content with flare The title is what brings the readers in too want more? Effectively it opens the door. I look to see, I’f it’s aesthetically pleasing Perhaps word art?, Tempting, teasing I look at alignment: left center, or right Then I’m ready to put the poem to bed for the night.
When I feel It’s completed and ready to share I’m amazed ,I pulled it out of thin air. A smile explodes with a resounding Holy Cow Then I’m left with a yearning. What do I do now? I click on Draft Poems, and I begin A silent smile and a big grin
All the steps of MĔGILLĀH are often preceded by the objective whole While some might find this rigor can take its toll It’s the steps that keep words under control
Byline; Currently I have over 30 poems in draft mode. It stays there until I feel they’re ready to move and grow into what they’re meant to be. I’m great at concepts, but building a poem takes longer, It can only go as fast as inspiration. I’d rather have quality than quantity. I have to write down my poem ideas for future development. Have you ever thought oh, that would be a great poem… but you don’t write it down, and the thoughts gone forever Lost in obscurity That’s my process for developing creativity What is your writing process??
BET word of ;the day challenge 3-24-24 Websters word Megillah Means basically, the whole ball of wax