IMOGENE’S NOTEBOOK
Poetry Collection: ‘Where I’m From’
You are invited to share your own poem!
Writers, we’re so glad to have you with us at Imogene’s Notebook!
Every day, we are treated to a great selection of short fiction and poetry. Now, it’s time to have some fun with a challenge.
George Ella Lyons become popular for her “Where I’m From” poem. Using a selection of images and phrases from her childhood, she paints a powerful portrait of her roots. Where she’s from.
I invite you to create your own “Where I’m From” poem — about yourself.
You will want to have a look at this link, and there are scores of links on the internet about how to create this poem. First, you’ll want to make a list of images, foods, colors, and phrases you remember from your childhood. Be creative!
Your unique poem should not be more than twenty-five lines or so, and you could of course go a bit shorter or a bit longer. Please divide your work into three or four stanzas and use the same general form as the original poem. You’ll find it on the link above.
Please tag (topic) your poem with whereI’mfrom. That way, your unique poem will go into a special display I’ll create for you.
We’re looking forward to your submission!
Debra G. Harman, MEd. and the Editorial Team at Imogene’s Notebook
Natalie Gasper | Sieran Lane | Judy Walker | Kim Kelly Stamp | Jojo Teckina
