Gifts

Think about a gift that meant more than its shape, size or value.  Write about its prize quality and meaning to you when received.  Recall opening the package. Detail its wrapping and scent. What feelings did it evoked and why?

Listen to BIlly Collins read his poem, "Lanyard" to gain the feeling of a gift's significance. Click link and scroll down to the last line of photographs for Billy's "Lanyard."

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/poetryeverywhere/collins.html

Get your pen or fingers on the keys poised to write on!  Don't worry about the form. Let the feelings lead your words.

Post a few lines to give us a flavor.