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What a wonderful month full of poetry love! Looking back over the month, I wrote 28 posts. The thing is to write one poem worthy of publishing on this blog, I had to write more than one poem a day. Some will stay buried in my notebook.
Thanks to Mary Lee Hahn for inviting me to play along with her this month. I’ve enjoyed sharing this playtime with Christie, Molly, Jone, and Elisabeth.
One of the perks of my teaching job is I get to write poetry every day with my students, too. They’ve been working on a poetry project that included writing at least 5 poems and reading a poetry book. We were immersed in poetry, between testing sessions, that is. You can read their poems at our kidblog site.
Last night I participated in the #NYED Twitter Chat. If you have a chance, check out the hashtag. I made a Padlet of resources to use throughout the year. It’s public and open for comments and additions.
The Progressive Poem is complete! I am so amazed at the talents of Donna Smith who pulled out a “found” ending and actually put the song to music. Check it out!
Another exciting part of this month was being a featured poet-teacher on Today’s Little Ditty. Being among these poets was an honor: Classroom Connections.
When you walk in poetry every day, everything becomes a poem. This morning on my walk I dictated this poem. The air was sweet with the scent of jasmine, gardenia, and magnolia. The scents of the southern landscape energize and inspire me. What do you see, hear, smell while walking? Make each step into a poem.
Breathe the jasmine air.
Rest in Love,
the love that created you
as perfect as
a star blossom
on the vine of the world.
–-Margaret Simon, draft 2019
Reflections on the Teche 
Poetry
a way of being
a way of looking
a way of listening
pausing
taking a breath
reflections
life and
living
today!
Lovely. Thanks for responding with a poem.
Love reading your reflection, Margaret and that ‘vine of the world’. I envy you those lovely scents on your walk!
Phew! We made it and the chat last night gave me so many great ideas, as well as your Padlet. Your new poem, and the mention of Jasmine, brought back memories of last year’s sweet Progressive Poem. See you soon! — Christie
I have not commented even close to every day, but I’ve read many of your poems this month. I am endlessly impressed with those who take up this challenge, and I have enjoyed your voice, your impressions, your reflections, and your playfulness this month. You inspire me with all the various ways you share poetry. Thank you for this.
What a wonderful month of writing you have had, Margaret. And I’ve enjoyed dropping in from time to time, often reading without commenting. I am always inspired when I visit your blog! Thank you for sharing.