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How-tos for all things poetry; learn how to analyze a poem, construct a haiko, differentiate between a metaphor and simile and more.

Social Batteries Not Included
You can be in all the group chats Always first to reply Make everyone aware How much you care and How much you try and
By Emma K. Weir2 months ago in Poets
A Guide for Humankind
To be read to new humans upon arrival to earth; To be referred to when a human gets a little lost! First, there will be a day when you learn how to walk
By Brittney Moore2 months ago in Poets
I Don't Care - Living Is A Must, I Don't Care How!
I did a surgery yesterday, it seems that having the right person is a little bit more complicated than I had hoped! Truth-be-told, most of us don't really know how to speak on the topic!
By 365poetry2 months ago in Poets
Charming
My father is a liar. When you meet him at the sore, sweet manners he will deplore. The charm painted on thick. I warn you of his ire.
By Laura Lann2 months ago in Poets
How to Glaciate
If you find yourself fallen Sweaty with delirium Slowing as your vital energy's depleted When your face burns black from
By K.B. Silver 2 months ago in Poets
Stop The FOMO
ATTENTION, ATTENTION: Do You suffer From FOMO? (fear of missing out) IN THE MIDST OF IT ALL, ARE YOU MISSING OUT? **** Statistics say you are...
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden2 months ago in Poets
***** Dumpling And Saltfish From "Stacy" - Am I Too Complicated For You - You Want To Be "IN Charge", Don't You - Hmmmmm
Ungrateful - yes I know! "Stacy" seems to be always on "your" mind! I've cooked: Macaroni Rice Lentil Peas Jasmine Pie Potatoe Salad
By 365poetry2 months ago in Poets
The Reset Button of the Soul
Returning to being alone is about rediscovering yourself, not retreating into loneliness. Sometimes, people see "being alone" as a fallback, but it is more like a reset button. It’s not about forcing yourself back into isolation, but about understanding that some companionship only drags you down, and some relationships only drain you. Rather than forcing yourself to bloom beside the wrong person, return to your own soil and grow into the person you’re meant to be.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing2 months ago in Poets
Operations May Cease. Runner-Up in Public Announcement Challenge.
From here forward, you are no longer required to go above and beyond to maintain relationships with peers. 🛑 Without consent,
By Sandy Gillman2 months ago in Poets
Get Off My Page
Facebook Announcement Assistance for All Account Holders from META So many like to comment on posts
By Andrea Corwin 2 months ago in Poets
Keep Your Head Above Water
If you encounter a body of water, here's what you do: You approach or walk away, the choice is up to you. If you slip and fall in,
By Madison "Maddy" Newton2 months ago in Poets
Comply with Abundance!. Runner-Up in Public Announcement Challenge.
At an Investor Forum in 2025, Elon Musk stated that in 10-20 years, work would be optional for people because most goods and products would be abundantly produced by AI, money will be irrelevant, and technology will make human existence easy and pleasurable. Work will be more like play.
By Lana V Lynx2 months ago in Poets