Poet or Writer? (article) by Donni-Jay De-Ville on AuthorsDen

There has always been a question in my mind, as to whether a writer of Prose is called a Poet? Now there are definitely Poets. But, is this opinion of mine, one that the majority has? I think a Poet, writes so that their work rhymes, in a way that can not be easily heard. Also, a Poet uses words very descriptively, to allude to what they are writing about. These 'Poets' fascinate me, as, on reading this type of work, I have a rough idea of what is going on, but no idea of what is meant, by the magnificent words, that certainly depict some kind of visual picture. I think I admire these 'Poets,' because I can not write like that, (doesn't mean I want to. I would only confuse myself) But, these 'flowery worded' Poets seem to come up with rarely used words, that allude to a feeling, or analogy, that escapes my brain altogether. (in other words, it makes me feel quite thick and uneducated!) Do these people talk to others, in this strange language? Do only true poets talk to other true poets in these unearthly words, in secret? *Sometimes, I must confess that I have to give up on reading a poem that started off my interest. The flow of the syllables have a rhythm but I don't understand Japanese unfortunately.* I can tell you about something similar. If these true poets were to read poetry by 'new age people' and some of the old hippies, who have managed to keep their particular era going, it is as hard to make sense of too. They write English words, but the meanings, only mean something to others on the same kind of wavelength, who are, or, have lived their kind of life! *I bet I am confusing you all here! I know what I mean but, can't find the right words! Now back to the 'true poets,' again.* These 'off the hook' words they use, seem to be intended not to let anyone know, what their poem is actually about. Do you know what I mean? I hope someone does! But, when I read the reviews, the readers are absolutely marvelling at the depth and the metre of the poem and how wonderful it was. Is the truth that these readers are pretending to know what is going on? After all, no intelligent person will reveal that they have no idea what someone is showing them, if that person seems to know all about it! For the 'not knower' to ask what they think is a sensible question and then get a reply that is most certainly in English, but might as well be in Japanese. All they can do without compounding their newfound ignorance, is just to reply, "oh, yeah," wishing that they could even have a slight inclination of what it's all about. Well, I am admitting that most of the poetry I read in here, (which is obviously by real Poets) is way above my head! Though the words sound wonderful, it seems that they don't have to make sense, or for me to make sense of it either! Well, now I get to the 'prose' bit. This I can understand. Sentences, which end roughly with the same sounding syllable, whether every second, or third sentence. But somehow, these writings sound like stories or ideas, and the writer is giving a definite visual idea of what is going on. *I find this 'prose' writing, far easier to read and enjoy. It is more like a writer writing, than a Poet writing. Please somone follow my line of thought here!* Now I analyse this because, though I put my writing of 'prose' under the 'Poetry' section, I feel like a fraud. I actually call my writings, ramblings! I think thoughts out and just let the words flow, with no basic skill as to how they should be placed to be 'asthetic.' My writing work has always been like either very basic, or, complex thoughts. All these things come through the type of experiences that are had in the world and with maturity. (The best stories, poetry, prose, articles and songs are written because the writer 'knows' what they are talking about!) Has probably lived it, or have known others, that have. In other words have seen or known, first hand. This way the words are not forced. If a writer has blocks and has to force themselves to work to finish their topic, I think they are in the wrong job, or should at least keep their day time work! *Writing should be pleasureable, addicting, unstoppable, flowing. When words flow onto paper, like the sea flowing onto the shore, it is subconscious thoughts that* the brain is releasing. It should be possible to write until your eyes are closing. (Or does this just happen to me?) This word 'talent' to me, means the experienced spirit giving out of itself. (The same with natural singing, dancing and musicianship) 'Poetry' in the true sense seems to take the reader to another realm. Definitely not one from around this planet! It is kind of surreal! Like the paintings, which look marvellous, but could be visualised differently by each person who gazed upon it. *Ah! I have found the answer to my question!* *Poets who write 'poetry' are surrealists!* *Writers who write 'prose' are detailists! (As in abstract, or detailed drawings)* *Well, we need new titles now. I think I am a 'prosest,' not a 'poet' Now, this word should be put in the dictionary, and credited to me! You all have the proof! I thought it up first!!* *Donni-Jay Author/Prosest/Oral Rambler. (Pontificating Writer in other words!)*

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