March 21, 2008
Happy World Poetry Day!
Have you read your favorite poem recently?
Well, today’s the day to do it!
Established in 1999 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, World Poetry Day exists to promote the reading, writing, publishing, and teaching of poetry throughout the world.
In honor of this special day, I’d like to share an excerpt from the poem Days by my favorite poet, Billy Collins, former Poet Laureate of the United States:
Each one is a gift, no doubt
mysteriously placed in your waking hand
or set upon your forehead
moments before you open your eyes.
Treat today like the gift it is and celebrate World Poetry Day!
Filed by rebecca at 5:09 am under For the love of words
You introduced me to Billy Collins… at a time when I really needed some poetry in my life. Funny how just the right words can help one through some really rough times. I celebrate Billy and you often.
Dad
The power of words is amazing. One of my favorite quotes: “Words, like children, have the power to make dance the dullest beanbag of a heart.” - Peggy Noonan
Hiya Rebecca. First I’ve seen your blog, I followed the link over from Men with Pens (aren’t those guys great?)
Anyways, can’t believe I missed world poetry day. Thanks for bringing it onto my radar!
Hi, Bob -
Thanks for dropping by! Yes, the Men with Pens blog is witty and informative — and so is The Writing Journey. You’ve got my vote for becoming the next Authority Blogger!
Thankya, and thankya for stopping by my blog, too!
I won’t put myself in the same league as James and Harry. Those guys have been at the blogging side of things much longer than I have. I’m glad you’ve found something at Writing Journey that you like, though!