Category Archives: The Poetry of Others

Poetry I have come across, that I love, that has meaning to me…

A Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Posted on February 25, 2013 by sammi witch

Another poem that inspires me is ‘A Psalm of Life’ by Longfellow. What do I take from this poem?  Let me share a few random musings with you… It serves to remind me that life is short, so you have … Continue reading →

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Invictus by William Ernest Henly

Posted on February 19, 2013 by sammi witch

Is this one of the most inspiring poems of all time?  I think it might be.  The words reflect strength and courage, and I find them deeply moving and a great source of inspiration. Out of the night that covers … Continue reading →

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Testament by Taras Shevchenko

Posted on February 15, 2013 by sammi witch

Taras Shevchenko was a Ukrainian artist and poet.  Testament is one my favourite poems, written by Shevchenko in the 1840s.  It reminds me of my heritage, and my beloved grandfather, whom I missed dearly, the first two lines especially… When … Continue reading →

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The Despairing Lover by William Walsh

Posted on June 7, 2012 by sammi witch

This is another poem I studied in school, but the reason I am posting it here is that it always brings a smile to my face.  It’s one of those poems that makes me laugh out loud.  I hope you … Continue reading →

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Remember by Christina Rossetti

Posted on May 14, 2012 by sammi witch

Sometimes poems have the power to move you to a place beyond words, where they evoke such a strong reaction that you can barely think of how you might describe how you are feeling.  This poem does that to me; the … Continue reading →

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