Author: Danna Smith

Explore My Bath Bomb Recipe and Poem About Relaxation

| Danna Smith

I often make bath bombs to stock my bathroom or give as thoughtful gifts to friends and family. These delightful creations are not only easy and inexpensive to make, but they also add a touch of luxury to your bath. I enjoy experimenting with different scents, colors, and sometimes I even stir in dried flowers or fragrant herbs for an extra special touch. Today, I’m excited to share my favorite bath bomb recipe along with a poem I wrote, which captures the joy of relaxing in a blissful, scented bath. Keep calm and carry on. 🌸

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Celebrate Summer Poetry with Poetry Pop Blog Hop

| Danna Smith

Occasionally here on Poetry Pop, you’ll see a Poetry Pop Blog Hop post. This is when we take a field trip and hop over to another blog to see what’s going on. Today we are heading over to Matsyaa Lyfe blog (life with a “why”) where they are celebrating summer poetry that has been resonating with their readers. Pop over and read this “Classic and Classy” collection and take a look around this thoughtful and welcoming blog!

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Celebrating Sisterhood: A Poetic Tribute

| Danna Smith

The bond with a sister is truly something special. It’s a relationship woven with shared history, steady support, and an understanding that often is hard to put into words. On National Sister’s Day, I’d like to take this moment to honor that connection through poetry.

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Exploring Spider Lilies: A Haiku Challenge

| Danna Smith

Spider lilies, with their spidery petals and bright colors, bring beauty to late summer and autumn. While many flowers fade, these mighty blooms appear, making them the perfect subject for poetry about resilience, change, and the cycle of life. However, as you examine them, other, unique themes may come to mind. Join me in this Poetry Pop Challenge where we write two very different haiku inspired by the same image.

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Poetry Pop Shop: Unlock Your Poetry Potential with This Guided Journal

| Danna Smith

Periodically, I write a Poetry Pop Shop post on my blog to share interesting gadgets and books for readers and writers. Today, I want to introduce you to a poetry book with guided prompts that I think you will love.

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🎆Honoring Freedom: A Children’s Poem for July 4th

| Danna Smith

It’s Independence Day in the U.S., a time to celebrate our freedom and remember those who sacrificed for us. I’m proud to be an American and grateful for our service members who protect our liberties. As we enjoy barbecues, fireworks, and parades with loved ones, let’s honor the unity and strength of our nation. Today, I’m sharing a poem I wrote for a children’s magazine. Enjoy, and happy Independence Day!

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Let’s Play a Poetry Game: Choose Your Inspiration

| Danna Smith

Pick a number between one and nine, then slide the cover to reveal the visual prompt you can use to write a poem this week. The numbers are in random order in the lower right-hand corner of each photo. If the image loads with the slider open, quickly close it —no peeking! 🙂 Have fun!

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Zen Pop: The Superpowers of Motherhood— A Poetic Tribute

| Danna Smith

Periodically, on Poetry Pop, you will find a Zen Pop blog post. These posts allow me to connect with you personally and offer some poetic support as we navigate life’s ups and downs. Today’s post honors my daughter, who recently became a mother and made me a Grandma (Yaya).

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Summer Feet: A Poetic Embrace of the Season

| Danna Smith

It’s almost summer! It’s time to kick off those winter boots and let our summer feet run free! And what better way to celebrate the coming days of summer than with a poem! As you will see, my feet are pretty happy about the changing of the season!

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