Saturday, April 27, 2013

Touching Others With Heartfelt Poetry

By Janelle Burnett


It would seem that writing messages of sentiment would be a lost art but this is hardly the case. While there is only so much that can be said through sending text messages or mobile devices, there are many who appreciate the right words and not abbreviations. This is where heartfelt poetry can be of use to reach souls with real words instead of codes.

Communicating the right words does not have to entail romantic feelings but the mindset of the writer and the subject. Many who are familiar with famous poets may wonder where there inspiration came from. Then when we read about their lives and the experiences they had growing up, it is not hard to assume that this may have had an impact on the words they write.

Then again, it can be sad poetry or poems used for a somber occasion that tug at many heartstrings. This is especially true when it is read at a funeral or occasion of remembrance. Using metaphors can create a vivid picture for those who did not know the person being honored.

There are also words that are used in an abstract fashion. For more than 50 years, a culture that associates different forms of poetry, jazz music and sometimes a coffee shop is collectively known as the beat culture. Other forms that may be included were visual art, as some painters would perform on stage just like those who recited poetry.

The art reflected various topics that ranged from abstract thinking to politics to social issues of the day. There are times when this movement is at its peak, meaning there is a poetry slam, or competition, in most cities but this culture has never died. Some poets from this era have gone on to have mainstream success and claim they will perform until they leave this planet.

Poetry that is romantic in nature also has its place in society and can generate a profit. Some poets who specialize in this genre may find freelance or salaried work writing for gift companies or book publishers. Other places to find work is in songwriting where the pay can be great when a song is played on the radio often but there is a lot of competition to get in this line of work.

A few websites also publish different types of poetry. Though this form of writing is not a profitable as tutorials or articles based on search engine keywords, they do have a few places where they appreciated. There are also some websites where poets can take classes to improve their skills or receive feedback from poetry lovers.

The world of poems is a complicated one as it can present rewards but money is not necessarily one of them. Sometimes a superstar poet may seem to come out of obscurity and have a great impact on the world with their use of words. People looking to get rich or become popular, should continue to work at writing heartfelt poetry often and with persistence, they may find a great way to make a living.




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