Sometimes, all it takes is a single line to spark an entire poem.
Today's prompt begins with:
"I never expected the silence to..."
Where does it lead?
Write a few lines, a complete poem, or simply continue the thought in your own unique way.
One of the best parts of being in a poetry community is discovering voices you may never have come across otherwise.
Today, we'd like to try something a little different.
Take a few minutes to read a poem shared by another member of the group.
If something resonates with you, let them know.
💬 Tell them what line stood out.
Poetry means something different to everyone.
For some, it's a creative outlet. For others, it's a way to process emotions, capture memories, or make sense of the world around them.
Are you an experienced poet, an occasional writer, or simply someone who enjoys reading powerful words? You're welcome here!
To get things started, we'd love to hear from you:
A favorite poet?
After a long pause, we’ve started publishing poetry again on Closer Lives. Not rushed. Not filtered. Just honest words, shared when they’re ready.
I have just published a new poem, Carving a Canyon, written shortly after we met, a piece about how love can arrive quietly and still change everything.
Going forward, both Jenn and I will be sharing poetry on the site. Old pieces, new work, reflections, and creative writing that’s grown alongside our lives.
This space exists for that kind of writing.
If you’re a poet, writer, or creative who values truth over polish, you’re welcome here. We’re also open to guest poetry submissions, and we’d love this group to become a place to share work, thoughts, and conversations around the craft.
No pressure. No algorithms. Just poetry, when it’s ready.
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