My feelings on poetry

Indeed, I believe most people have had experiences with that word. The dreaded "P" word. I am of course speaking about poetry.

I think poetry is famous because of the wide depth of emotions it is capable of bringing about. In middle school my class was often given poems to read, and the intended meanings were extremely diverse. One poem, for example, would be trying to call you to action about something the poet considers important. Another would simply be trying to be clever. I unfortunately, am not always interested in said poems because often I don't agree with the opinion the author of the poem is trying to convey. My favorite poems are usually the ones that make me smile.

I mean, sure "doom and gloom" are supposed to be great for my age group, (or so they tell me) but poems that make me laugh, such as the likes of Shel Silverstein's can be both enjoyable, and if a poet works hard enough, also still have that underlying message. That's where real positive value comes from reading poetry, when you can enjoy it, and you get something about of it. Sometimes, simply laughing at something is an excellent way to help yourself.

Honestly though, I'm not all fond of poetry in general. Call me shallow, but I find many people's opinions of worth of some poems as extravagant at best. Still, if they wish to read something, its their descision.

-Aaron