You know I spend most of my days on the rhythms of poetry and the imaginative world of children’s books. But even words need a rest sometimes. When I find my pen stuttering or my thoughts feeling a bit too tangled in syntax, I turn to painting and drawing.
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More fall poetry? Yes, please! Here is a fun poem I wrote this year that celebrates the whispers of autumn in nature and reminds us to take a moment to enjoy the beauty around us. Let’s appreciate the simple joys of the season together!
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Happy Fall! It’s the season of pumpkin spice, woolly sweaters, and autumn poetry! As the leaves turn to pretty hues of orange and gold, I find myself reflecting on the magic of this time of year. Today, I want to welcome the season with my poem, Fall Time Capsule, a tribute to the fleeting beauty of autumn, capturing the essence of connection, nostalgia, and the simple joys that fill our lives.
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Today, I’m happy to share three beautiful poems by Anna Banasiak, a talented poet who evokes strong emotions and imagery. As a devoted Poetry Pop subscriber, Anna inspires others with her creativity, focusing on love, nature, and the human experience.
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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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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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Found poetry is the literary version of a collage. The poems are made up of words taken from a printed document like a newspaper article, a speech, or in this case, a book, Where the Wild Things Are. The poet selects words from the document and rearranges them to create a unique poem.
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A few weeks back, I posted a Paint Chip Poetry exercise. It was so much fun, I thought I’d give it another try this week. The rules for Paint Chip Poetry are simple:
Found poetry is the literary version of a collage. The poems are made up of words taken from a printed document such as a newspaper article, a speech, a menu, junk mail, or even another poem (or in this case, a book on flowers from a thrift shop). The poet selects words from the document and rearranges them to create a poem.
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