| Writing Triggers |
Trigger - definition: noun: an act that sets in motion some course of events)
What is a trigger in the context of writing? Within the context of poetry – for me
anyway – a trigger comes from anywhere. Common triggers; a smile, a glance, a
touch from someone special, a kiss, a special moment together, loss of someone
loved or special in our life, even a picture.
However – I would suggest that a trigger may arise from any moment at any time
on any given day. Being sensitive enough about your surroundings and
environment is critical to discovery of something to “trigger” a write or poem.
Example: Buying a box of twinkies to use for strawberry short cake deserts doesn’
t seem much of a moment. Yet, in the few short words about the decadence of such
an act caused me to utter to Nancy – my girl friend – well if things get any worse I
can always end it all with an over dose of twinkies! “Death by Twinkie”, I said –
“Oh my that’s too good to ignore, there’s got to be a poem in there somewhere!”
…and thus resulted the FUN poem “Twinkie Over Dose”
No offense intended – but! (here we go again!) I have never felt that poetry should
only be about love, loss, heartbreak, confusion, darkness… yadda yadda yadda!
Certainly such strong and deep feelings have produced some of the most beautiful
poems ever written.
Poetry should also be fun! Happiness and glad moments, lustful and embarrassing
moments, ANY moment in your life! What more wonderful intent in writing than to
bring a smile to the face of the reader – our audience.
I recommend each of us should let go our inner child! Turn her/him loose unto the
world and bring smiles and enjoyment to your readers. Inspiration is every where,
at any moment – be aware.
by DWHolmes (copyright 2005)
What is a trigger in the context of writing? Within the context of poetry – for me
anyway – a trigger comes from anywhere. Common triggers; a smile, a glance, a
touch from someone special, a kiss, a special moment together, loss of someone
loved or special in our life, even a picture.
However – I would suggest that a trigger may arise from any moment at any time
on any given day. Being sensitive enough about your surroundings and
environment is critical to discovery of something to “trigger” a write or poem.
Example: Buying a box of twinkies to use for strawberry short cake deserts doesn’
t seem much of a moment. Yet, in the few short words about the decadence of such
an act caused me to utter to Nancy – my girl friend – well if things get any worse I
can always end it all with an over dose of twinkies! “Death by Twinkie”, I said –
“Oh my that’s too good to ignore, there’s got to be a poem in there somewhere!”
…and thus resulted the FUN poem “Twinkie Over Dose”
No offense intended – but! (here we go again!) I have never felt that poetry should
only be about love, loss, heartbreak, confusion, darkness… yadda yadda yadda!
Certainly such strong and deep feelings have produced some of the most beautiful
poems ever written.
Poetry should also be fun! Happiness and glad moments, lustful and embarrassing
moments, ANY moment in your life! What more wonderful intent in writing than to
bring a smile to the face of the reader – our audience.
I recommend each of us should let go our inner child! Turn her/him loose unto the
world and bring smiles and enjoyment to your readers. Inspiration is every where,
at any moment – be aware.
by DWHolmes (copyright 2005)
