Just For You Poetry

Where are the poets of my youth,
who knew the power of rhyme?
They opened doors of life for me,
enchanted with their imagery
and ennobled man's humanity;
It was a better time.

Now, they choose to write in free verse,
free from substance, style and rhyme
and I get lost along the way,
intent on what they mean to say;
I yearn for yesterday, today
and the harmony of that time.


Please pardon this 90 year old, still lingering
in the long gone years of ageless poetry.

i am with you all the way Joseph, rhyme and rhythm count for so much, and form is an art in itself...

Open doors of life for me..... Very inspiring

Dear Joseph, fret not any more// some rhyming verse is on its way,// in the form that you adore// and long for every day.///
It's sad indeed that rhymes are rare// and hardly ever found.// But if you seek with patient care// they're bound to come around///
So here's a tip for you to heed// when seeking those elusive rhymes.// Take a thought from your innermost seed// and write it in your own poetic lines///// Which you do with great aplomb already!!!

I enjoy both rhymed verse and free verse, though, as of late, I've found myself delving more and more into the rhythm and rhyme style, sir. A great write, Joseph.

I too enjoy rhymed verse and free verse. Although some school children are not taught poetry and would rather play with technology than craft a poem. I do see your point of view and linger as long as you wish, as this is your prerogative and pleasure and I look forward to more of your great rhyme Joseph.

A superb piece. I similarly linger in the world of rhyme.

I enjoy both kinds of poems and write both. Though I understand you here.