Ahhh. National Poetry Month. Doesn't it feel good to have a month recognized on a national scale all for poetry?! It sure feels warm and fuzzy to me! I think it's been a busy, productive and culture-enriching month so far. To further enrich us in the all things poetry, I've invited guest *POET* Bruce Meyer to answer some intimately,… Continue reading Bruce Meyer – Poet, Writer, Teacher
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Award! Award! Judge’s Choice!
My poem 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' has won a Judge's Choice Award for the Sparkle & Shine Contest (The Ontario Poetry Society)! It will be among other poetry in the Sparkle & Shine Anthology! I wrote this poem for Miller. This goofy, delicious gal here. (The mess is hers too. She's excellent at making messes.)… Continue reading Award! Award! Judge’s Choice!
My First Official Poetry Award! Judge’s Choice The Arborealis Prize for Poetry
I've won my first poetry award!! I submitted a poem to The Ontario Poetry Society's 'Arborealis Prize for Poetry' and I have been awarded: JUDGE'S CHOICE! A certificate and cash!! For my poem entitled: A Mother Eats Alone in her Car (Again) I'm thrilled and honoured! Thank you TOPS and the judges! Yay!!!!
VANESSA SHIELDS 