writing poetry is so flipping hard

[Thoughtjotter]

I am very impressed with the comments on this thread. Leanne's first post was especially inspiring. I am so happy to have found this forum even if a little intimidated. I'm almost more nervous to post a poor criticism than a poor poem. Ha ha. But I like the change in paradigm. As a Newbie, it's thrilling to see that more seasoned artists are reading new work, and giving honest criticism. Thank you all in advance for helping me improve.

I am also very impressed with this tread, not that I have been exposed to mass volumes of them, but this is one of those captivating moments. Like I have wondered into a deep dark jungle full of the unknown, and just when total panic is about seize me; I begin to hear calm voices talking of this same fear, they once faced themselves, and why they are so happy that they stayed.
As you listen they begin to explain the names of trees and flowers, the animals and the parts played by them all, and now I know why I wondered into this beautiful jungle called poetry. The Hope of possibilities for all.