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How-tos for all things poetry; learn how to analyze a poem, construct a haiko, differentiate between a metaphor and simile and more.

Survive
In the depths of despair, When the world feels too much to bear, Know that you are not alone, And your strength will be shown.
By Steffany Pope3 years ago in Poets
Memories of a Life
As I lay here on my death bed, The memories of my life flood my head. The days gone by, the moments passed, Each one now a treasure, meant to last.
By Manikanda Raman3 years ago in Poets
loss in Despair
In the depths of despair and endless sorrow, I wander through a world that's bleak and hollow. All around me, I see the ruins of dreams,
By Manikanda Raman3 years ago in Poets
What a dump
It's a good thing Elephants can't fly. Imagine the biggest animals high in the sky, and taking boulder size dumps, that comes straight out of their giant rumps,
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Poets
Head Honchcow
A big bossy cow was ready for its meal, and he signaled the others to know it was real! When it mooed like a horn, the other cows were ready to eat corn,
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Poets
A New Beginning
A new day beginning, a fresh start The world awakens, a brand new part The sun rising, the sky so bright A promise of hope, a gift of light
By Sanjeev3 years ago in Poets
ME!
I'm a Pastor's kid, so I'm expected to be the best! Meanwhile the running joke is... we're most likely to be a mess! Like the President's children, I had NO input in his career.
By Alaine Hay3 years ago in Poets
Recipe For Garam Masala.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup cumin seeds 1/2 cup coriander seeds 1/4 cup black peppercorns 2 tbsp green cardamom pods 1 tbsp black cardamom pods 2 tbsp cloves 2 tbsp fennel seeds 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches long) 1 nutmeg, grated 2-3 dried bay leaves 1 tsp mace powder
By COOKING TIPS 20233 years ago in Poets
Recipe For Keema.
Ingredients: 500g ground beef or lamb 2 tbsp oil 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp garam masala Salt to taste Chopped coriander leaves for garnish
By COOKING TIPS 20233 years ago in Poets
Recipe For Papadum.
Ingredients: 1 cup urad dal (split black lentils) 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp salt 1 tsp red chili powder 1/2 tsp baking soda Oil for frying
By COOKING TIPS 20233 years ago in Poets
Recipe for Ras Malai.
Ingredients: 1 liter whole milk 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 cups water 1 cup sugar 4-5 green cardamom pods 1 tbsp rose water 2 cups heavy cream Sliced almonds and pistachios for garnish
By COOKING TIPS 20233 years ago in Poets
Recipe For Pakoras.
Ingredients: 1 cup besan (gram flour) 1/4 cup rice flour 1 tsp red chili powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp cumin powder 1/2 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp garam masala powder 1 tsp salt, or to taste 1/2 cup water, or as needed 2 cups of vegetables (e.g. onions, potatoes, spinach, eggplant), sliced thinly Oil, for frying
By COOKING TIPS 20233 years ago in Poets