mattavelli

LIFE IS A PARTY. DON'T BE A PINATA.
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Hello,
Welcome to My page. I'm Matt. I enjoy reading and writing poetry. If you have a poem that you'd like me to read, please let me know. If you read any of my writing, please leave a comment. I post here for your opinions. And, I enjoy constructive criticism, so let me have it.

I've been reading most of the poetry posted here, daily. That, and the reviews that I receive, are how I find new writers to friend/follow.

My preferred reading would be rhythmic symbolism. I like thoughts and feelings that build like hurricanes, and wow me. I also enjoy irony and humor, and the various poetic forms. If this is what you produce, please share! 😍

I write because it gives my mind something to do throughout the day. For me, writing begins with a thought that maybe gets wedged in a fold of my brain, something simple that doesn't require too many mental sparks to keep popping. It sits there as the daily flood of stuff flows through, giving it some polish, but also depositing bits that build up, adding mass. If it gets big enough while staying shiny enough, I'll write it down on one of my lists of thoughts and phrases that I think are special. (there was supposed to be only one list, but I don't work well with myself.). Once there, I'll dress it up, maybe try to marry it to other thoughts and see if they get it on. Once I have a family of thoughts, I'll dress them up, position them with smiles, and take a photo. Lastly, I touch that up; brushing out wrinkles and blemishes, getting the brightness in line with their gleaming eyes and toothy smiles. Then I post it here, for your opinions.