Painting
by Amy LV
Like many, my life during COVID has been a bit of a challenge, and I lost my regular writing schedule. Well, the truth is that when I write less, I am less happy. So now, I am back to writing a few pages each morning and spending real time paying attention to the bits of my life as possible writing ideas. Today's poem was a true surprise to me, a surprise I believe I was given because I am back at my desk, back in the ink and paper world.
This poem is about seeing something but not really seeing it. And now I am thinking about you, about things you might not really see but do see in your creative mind and soul and heart. Consider trying a poem that begins, "Last night..." or "This morning..." or "Long ago..." and just invent what it is that may have happened at that time. You are allowed to make it all true, or all fiction, or a blend of both. Because, you see, it will be your poem or story. So you choose, no questions needed. And if you like, you may include a pinch (or a truckload) of magic!
Don't forget: crossing out is a healthy part of writing. Making those scribbles and big slash lines can be a joyful and physical part of a writer's life. So....I am hereby calling such pages "Messy Happy Drafts."
Messy Happy Draft for "Surprise" - Page 1
by Amy LV
Messy Happy Draft for "Surprise" - Page 2
by Amy LV
Tabatha is hosting today's Poetry Friday roundup at The Opposite of Indifference with all kinds of puzzle goodness, from quote to book to story to poem! Please know that all are welcome each Friday as folks share poems, poem books, poetry ideas, and friendship.
May your path be sprinkled with surprises, in your days and on your pages.
xo,
Amy
