"A poet scorned, Is much like a burnt lover, You reject my poem, You reject my heart, my soul." A poet scorned, Is much like a child, You reject my innocence, You reject my future, my life. A poet scorned, Is much like reading and not replying, You read my poem, You read my heart, my soul. * If you've read one of my others, you'll understand I won't cry if you don't reply. However, it can be interpreted by some as disrespectful, scornful, and hurtful.
Yeah, I like it when people respond to my poetry. It's nice to think that something I wrote can move somebody enough to take the time to reply. I would sometimes like a bit more criticism as that is one of my reasons for posting. However, if nobody responds, so be it. In the end, I write for myself. I chose nervous in the poll because the choices are limited and I am far from confident about my words. I would describe myself more as self-critical and permanently unsatisfied. I always think my work can be improved. I suppose that's a good thing in a way because I always strive to accurately express the feelings I want on paper and work and re-work the words. I think I'm my own biggest critic, so every now and then some words of encouragement from peers are gratefully accepted if not actually needed. Peace, Aidan.
I want people to respond...I chose nervous because alot of times I'll show my poetry to someone and they'll laugh or tell me I suck... But so far the people here are pretty cool, so I'm getting over the nervous part. Nice poem
When you write something, its hard to know whether its any good. So the only way that you can figure this out is to see if it strikes a chord within anyone else. I liked your poem as its true what you say. I want people to read my poetry and see what they think of it. It wouldn't bother me either if they didn't like it and you know yourself, whatever you write is true to you and not everyone will appreciate the same sentiment.
I try to respond to pieces that have potential when improved or those that have sparked my interest, but if I see that the person and I just won't see things eye to eye, I usually don't even bother. Personally, I enjoy comments, they're great for validation.
I want people to respond, if they so desire. I am not nervous. I am confident at the time I write a poem, because those are the words that flow at that time. I haven't written a poem in a few months. I think you have to go back about 13 pages in this forum to see any of my writings. I'll work on that. Criticism? Sure. Some people will like what another has written, and some won't. I would never tell someone their work SUCKS. Freakymetalchik, Just consider the source when someone tells you your stuff sucks, or they laugh at what you have written. It's your poem. If is sounds good to you, then it is good.
