I am...writing a poem with an age-old format
You are...going to read it (that's an order)
...
I am Zachary Boddy
Not unique in any way, but completely
different overall
I am a human being
Although the “human” mantra isn’t
particularly my style
I am
A wealth of information, or rather the
incessant search for it
A constant source of inquisitive
questions about…everything
The owner of extensive knowledge relating
to technology
I am
Perpetual hunger for the next scrap of
literature to absorb
Eternally observing for the next hint of
spontaneous inspiration
Always feeling the need to listen to
hundreds of beautiful music tracks
I am
Slowly inching my way towards the future
that I desire
Nearly the person that is almost the
person I might want to be one day (maybe)
Coming to the realization that I am
running out of ideas—but not quite
I am
Always filled with ideas, just ignore the
line claiming otherwise
Not just trying to fill in the
blanks—okay maybe I am (but it’s amusing)
Spouting never-ending sarcasm and jokes,
whether or not it’s wanted
I am
Rustic reds, oranges, and browns spread
over Arizona mountains
Lush greens and dark hues in a stretching
Missouri landscape
The family that has always supported me,
despite my frustrating sarcasm
I am myself, and only myself
And this poem is coming to an end, much
to your dismay (or joy)
I am…breaking my previous format for
dramatic purpose
I am Zachary Boddy (dramatic
ending…ruined)
I enjoyed this, Zach, especially your parenthetical annotations here and there. : ) I can tell that you are hungry for information and knowledge and new ideas and that you don't wait for those come to you--you make an effort to find them. I wouldn't say you are "not unique in any way" from what I can tell of you; I can see that you do things your own way and question everything. I like the imagery in your lines about Arizona and Missouri, and that "sarcasm" shows up twice spelled out and is also subtly laced through many other lines. I get you. Thanks, Zach!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the reply, Mrs. Fraser. As for your objection to me being "not unique in any way," it is technically true. No singular part of me is totally and completely unique, as there will always be at least one person who is, inexplicably, exactly like that one, singular part of me. However, if you take into account my entire person, as a whole, it is a far different story. I am not unique in any way, but I am completely different altogether.
DeleteHello, Zachary! All I can say to that poem is wow. It was really moving, the way you open it is so fantastic. I could try for an hour to come up with an opening line like that and never get anywhere close. I can relate to the line, "I am perpetual hunger for the next scrap of literature to absorb, eternally observing for the next hint of spontaneous inspiration..." more than anything. It was really brilliant.
ReplyDeleteDon't stop being awesome,
Taylor
Greetings, Taylor! You even show exceptional talent in your comments. Thank you again for the kind words, and I look forward to reading more of your work.
DeleteHave a lovely night,
Zachary
Zach,
ReplyDeleteI feel you did very well on this poem, though I would have to disagree when you say you are not unique. In fact I believe you are one of the most unique people I have ever met. You have a unique sense of style and a very distinct and unique way of speaking, you're very descriptive and clear, both in person and in writing. Don't forget to give yourself credit for being unique. It's a major perk about you!
Emma
Greetings, Emma! I'm not used to people leaping to defend how incredibly weird I am, but thank you very much.
DeleteHave a lovely night,
Zachary
Hello there,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your I Am Poem and also found your use of parenthetical annotations entertaining. I also liked how you ended your poem. It changed the flow, but made it more enjoyable and seem more personable to the reader. Keep up the good work!
Ben
Thank you for your comment, Ben. I thought the ending was necessary, as it fit the slightly irregular 'flow' of the poem.
DeleteHave a lovely night,
Zachary