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Hi, I'm JACE , your guest editor for this issue.
Welcome to this issue of the Poetry newsletter. Poetry, specifically form poetry, is a passion I've only recently discovered. I hope you'll enjoy spending time with me as I look at things poetic through the eyes of a virtual child in this wonderful medium.
Please tell me what you liked or didn't like in my column, or about a topic you'd like to see discussed. This newsletter is for eveyone interested in Poetry, Poets and poetic expression. 
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Join a Poetry Group
There are many poetry groups on WDC that can give you an outlet to express yourself through poetry. Being a form poetry afficianado, I found a group that fits my current state of poetic skills. As I mentioned last month, I'm a member of a poetry group called "Poetic Exploration" , whose charter is to study a different poetic form each week and write a poem using that format. Each member must not only write a poem, but must also review the poems of a couple other members during that week.
The idea is to tap one's creative urge via the poetic form, and to foster an appreciation of the poetic art through the work of others. Using a specific form is not a crutch; it's just an outline for your personal expression of whatever truth clamors to be released.
Over the past year, I've studied (loosely) and written almost 30 different poems. Some of these poems reflect personal life situations going on when that particular form came up, while others were about whatever whim struck me at that time. What I discovered is something strange and unique--no matter what the inspiration, the form seemed perfect for that situation. I was surprised by the apparent successful result ... at least, successful as measured by the responses received from those reading my work.
This framework of form poetry--its meter and timing, syllable count, and rhyming pattern--provides an underlying structure from which all readers can start. There's a quantifying aspect to the poem with which everyone can readily identify.
I'm not saying that form poetry is easy to write. A person can still force a rhyme, or use specific words to fit a particular metric pattern that sound awkward or stumble off the tongue. But when you find those right words, what a joy it is to write AND to read.
I suspect those folks who favor free verse feel the same way I do with form poetry. Perhaps its the very freedom that scares me; I find I'm more worried that the poet's real meaning will elude me. I can say I'm working on it.
The bottom line is there are many poetry groups on WDC. Some favor form poetry; others encourage more freedom of expression. Whichever is your preference, I have no doubt you can find a group to meet your needs.
I've listed a few groups below. Check them out, step out of your comfort zone, and join one. Or, ask one of the many fine poets on WDC if they know of other groups. I'll bet your enjoyment of this artistic form of expression will outweigh your apprehension at trying something new. And if you're an established poet, share your knowledge and experience. We'll all win.
Do you know any other Poetry groups?
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A few samples of another favorite poetic form, the Kyrielle or Kyrielle Sonnet. The first one explains Kyrielle Sonnet format.
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A Kyrielle Sonnet poem for Day 6 of the Fall 2010 Rhythm & Rhyme Poetry Challenge
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And from the mailbox of my first newsletter, "Poetry Newsletter (August 24, 2011)" :
From JudithJean France  : Since life has taken up my rocken&thinken time, this newsletter was like a breath of fresh air. Good peppy review of the JOY of writing. (Saying in verse, sometimes, what cannot be said directly.) My poem "Bonds of Friendship" is a perfect example. The person it was speaking of never realized who it was based on, and thought it was a great poem! Hope your new adventure of rymes goes well. Blessings...-
Thank you.
From Jazz Smith : I would be honored to get your opinion of Joseph's Prayer. I have many more writings, but I am doomed to a minimum for lack of financial resources.
"Joseph's Prayer"
No promises, but I'll certainly try to comment on it by the weekend. Best of luck with your finances; I know how frustrating that can be.
From BIG BAD WOLF is Merry  : A poem is always needed.
"Tribute to Brian Jacques"
Indeed, it is.
From Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC : I sometimes dabble in poetry, and although I haven't become an enthusiast like you, I do enjoy it. I avoid form poetry. I don't like the restrictions (and I'm lazy!). The linked piece is the first ever complete poem I wrote. Great NL!
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Whatever works for you can't be bad, my friend. And while I can't speak to the lazy part, though we all are to some extent  , I do think form poetry takes some planning.
From five star : Informative and motivating--these words come to mind after reading your first newsletter; you did well.
Thank you. I'm glad you liked my effort.
From Satuawany  : It's great to have someone with your perspective (somewhat new to poetry) writing for the newsletter. I haven't written a poem in a long time, but your fresh excitement about it reminded me of the reasons I love the challenge of poetry. Thanks, Jace!
More encouraging words. Thanks much, my friend.
From 🌖 HuntersMoon  : Thank you Jace
Always my pleasure, my friend.
From bertiebrite hoping for peace : This first installment was great. I enjoyed the style of your writing. I too appreciate the brevity of poetry and admire anyone who can put into a few lines a world of sentiment and ideas. I would like to see an article about form. Recently I edited a poem for a writer who had changed the form of a sonnet to fit his creative needs; to me, it was no longer a sonnet. He objected said he liked the creative "punch."
Oh well. Just remember, that's just one person's opinion. That's what is great about artistic expression. 
From nizar: A very interesting read . I really enjoyed and benefited from this article. Thank you.
Thank you, Nizar.
And thanks to all who took the time to comment on my first Poetry newsletter. I can't tell you how gratified I am for your support.
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