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What is poetry?

March 30, 2012
By Emjolie8 GOLD, Evanston, Illinois
Emjolie8 GOLD, Evanston, Illinois
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Favorite Quote:
The most wasted of all days is one without laughter. <br /> -anonymous


Poetry is,
A lock with no combination.
It is,
A world of letters and syllables.
A deep pool of thought,
And feelings.
Poetry is poetry and to each it is different.


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GeeGi BRONZE said...
on Apr. 6 2012 at 9:23 pm
GeeGi BRONZE, Park City, Utah
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Favorite Quote:
&ldquo;Being crazy isn&#039;t enough.&rdquo;<br /> ― Dr. Seuss<br /> <br /> &ldquo;Why fit in when you were born to stand out?&rdquo;<br /> ― Dr. Seuss

So very true.... I especialy like "A deep pool of thought". Great job!

P.S. I so very much like your screen name.


on Apr. 6 2012 at 7:09 pm
Allicat001 SILVER, Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;Love is not someone you can live with, love is someone you can&#039;t live without.&quot; <br /> <br /> &quot;Always stand up for what&#039;s right even if that means you&#039;re standing alone.&quot;

'A lock with no combination'--I like it!