Surely, most of us, poet or non-poet, has heard at least the opening of the famous "Trees" by Joyce Kilmer. If you haven't I recommend looking it up. I personally enjoy, no I love it wholeheartedly but over time it has seen some ridicule and mockery and I don't understand why? It is a beautiful sentiment filled with imagery. I believe those who have ridiculed it were only trying to make themselves look good by tearing it down and are actually jealous of its simple beauty and truth. Feel free to make comments on your opinions but here is your chance to weigh in on your oppinion of the poem "Trees":

Since the membership is high and the activity low, I thought I might as well make the first class I developed available for free to everyone who wants to take it. It is about how to start the writing process as a first time writer and has tips to get you started. Check it out if you want.

What stage are you currently in with your book project?

I started a story a while ago that I'd like to follow up on ... Anybody write children's books here