April is National Poetry Month

I remember in fifth grade we had to make a book of poetry. We had to collect at least one of many different types of poetry from the sonnet to the limerick and a Haiku in between. We also had to write a few poems for our book. It was a great lesson in poetry. I didn't decide to become a poet, but I used to write little rhymes for story times when I was a children's librarian.

I have recently been playing with Haiku poetry as a way to journal. It's kind of fun because you have a formula, but you also have to be very selective with your words because of that formula. It really focuses the mind.

Midwestern Spring
Throw off your jacket
Gentle Breezes, sun is shining
Birds abound with song

Looking Out My Window
Little Robin Red-Breast
Sitting in the tree
Waiting for your breakfast
A worm and cup of tea

I found this website about Haiku Poetry. You can also stop in the library and pick up a book or two on poetry. There are currently displays of poetry books in both the children's and the adult collections right now.

Happy National Poetry Month on this Beautiful Earth Day!