09 Jul 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Journal Keeping, Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: Canada, Canadian Artist, Inspired Poetry, journaling, journaling prompts, Original Artwork, poem, poetics, poetry, Poetry Prompts, Shannon Ford, spontaneous poetry
Recently I received some fabulous mail from a Canadian friend. It was chock full of the kind of ephemera we journaling types adore. Canada is celebrating it’s 150th birthday this year but it seems I get the presents. She included a lovely Starbucks Canadian travel mug I have been toting back and forth on my out and about town excursions. One of the exquisite treasures I received was an artist post card. On it was a painting I felt incredibly drawn to, above the many lovely images sent. As I tipped it (taped it with washi tape) into my journal, I was inspired to write a poem.
Poetry continues to be a powerful pathway for me. I believe it is a pathway for many things, connection, community, and conversation. Art offers the same to all in its various forms. There is no limit to where the imagination can lead. I find inspiration in both artwork and artist, so be sure and check out the artist whose work inspired the poem below: Shannon Ford. I know you will find her work incredible to see!
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17 Jun 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Poetry, Rhode Island Living, Writing Life
Tags: Lisa Starr, poems, poetry, poetry as pathway, poetry gathering, Poetry Jam, Rhode Island Authors and Writers, RI, Valiant Brothers Provisions, Westerly
My husband and I attended a “Poetry Jam” in Pawcatuck, Connecticut at a lovely Cafe (Valiant Brothers Provisions) this week which was hosted by RI Poet Laureate Emeritus Lisa Starr and her former High School Creative Writing Teacher, Lou Gabordi. It was a a wonderful night of excellent food, warm laughter and a deliciously eclectic mix of words.
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09 May 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: Dealing with a Painful Past, healing, journaling, poem, poetry, Poetry as Medicine, Post Traumatic Stress, PTSD, Reflections, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Abuse Survivor, the power of words, Writing for Healing, writing process, Writing Prompts
I am heading into new territory, I hope you will continue to journey with me. I will be sharing a few poems as I am led, on writing for the purpose of healing. I may share poems written during my teen years in conjunction with current ones I am writing now in my fifties.
Here is the first poem for the upcoming series: Poetry (as) Pathway. I encourage you to respond with your own writing, as you feel led.
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