Poetry is an art; it’s an expression of the self
But many take it for granted
Making it into something of less worth
It takes knowledge to understand
And vision to see
But even with both of these qualities
One can overlook the many manifestations
Of real poetry---art
Sexual poetry…
It is not just about sex
I usually don’t like it because many can’t compose it
They can’t describe it...as an art
They simply list the events of pure Sex
Whether it be rough or sweet and slow
The components of the work are nevertheless: poor
Poetry is an art
Therefore it would take an artist to create it
No we are not singers or dancers or painters (though many of us possess these talents)
But yes, we are artists
And we write for expression
You pick up your pen and your thoughts flow
Or if you are like me your thoughts stagnate
But it is okay….not all poetry comes when we want
It is not like a fountain or sink…turn it off and turn it on
But nevertheless the material…like water…must flow
Talent…true talent manifests on its own
Its own time
In its own way
But it is up to you…the creator
To turn your thoughts into something unique
Yes, you do put them on paper when they come
But you just don’t want a compilation of words and sentences
You want a message
Poetry is a message---in the form of art
Writing sends a message
Painting sends a message
Singing and rapping definitely send a message
So, what is your message?
When I read your work do I feel:
Uplifted
Inspired
Sad
Happy
What is your message?
What do you want people to perceive you as?
What do you want people to perceive your writings as?
Just words? Just sentences? Just thoughts?
Or do you want them to read
Real life experiences
Intense emotion and expression
Stanzas full of depth and meaning?
But here I will stop
Babbling on and on about nothing
Because in the end it is up to You
You the poet
You the reader
You the artist
To make a change
And make poetry…once again
An Art
Copyright December 2 2009, Moniquea Brown
