Hello Scribblers
The first Thursday in October is set aside for the annual mass celebration of National Poetry Day.
This years' theme is 'Vision' and we are encouraged to #ShareAPoem and See It Like A Poet. So, why not explore the website to read some poems, find out what events are happening nationally and join in with your own poetry.
https://nationalpoetryday.co.uk
Why not explore the various styles of poetry out there? Take a look at this list from writers' digest detailing 100 different styles of poetry.
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-poetry
I'll share one of mine here- it's an eco-rant, of course: In the 'Minute Poem' format.
Torn
Metal jaws clamp, bite, scream through to the heart,
where the sapling once stood. A crashing collapse.
Stripped, stacked and hauled away.
The squat stump next. Ripped from its grip on the earth.
Soft soil rains down.
Wary eyes, unused to wide skies, wonder what devil comes
near.
Feel free to share one of your own, or one from your favourite poet, with a friend or group, by email, social media, or by knocking on their door and reciting it to a neighbour (remember to keep your social distance!).
Happy National Poetry Day and Keep Scribbling.
