05-05-2012, 08:06 AM
Quote:Removing the original idea often times leads to what I think is a stronger work; it is as though I need to shed the spark but keep the fire.
Absolutely. You have to be prepared to kill the baby. Sometimes writing around a topic brings you to an actual poem, as long as you're willing to polish it until it stands out.
And your feelings on pus? :p
It could be worse
