Larkin in reality

Phillip Larkin makes me laugh! His poetry contains such a realism and a sarcastic tone that, whether or not I agree, I respect his words. It takes a raw honesty to be so sweet. His poetry states the silence mny deny yet feel so heavily. Realistic opinions are what drive emotion, heart and will to thrive beyond complacency.

Through the eyes of Auden

Interesting looks into the mind of Auden; he is so blunt in a poetic way. He holds more relevance in todays world because of the subject content and his unique way of rhythm.

Sooooo pretty!

Oh the power of a word! Learning the power of can be embarrassing and equally wonderful. When we use everyday words we tend not to think of the authority they have, we just tend to devalue their meaning.

Wilfred Owens- Blind Truth

Owens has such a harsh view of war. It brings to mind the current war our nation faces daily. The view he gives the reader visualizes a world that many care to forget. The reality if war is harsh and easily forgotten- especially in today's society. It is a pain staking reminder that life is precious, and can be lost in the everyday baffle of today.

Who is me?

After reading the delight, yet slightly depressing tale of Mrs. Dalloway, it makes you think and reflect upon your own life. Virginia Wolf- great female writer- uses Dalloway to represent women. It really makes it surreal to look at the past and all the decisions that led you to this point; would you do it again?

Words of waste

T.S Eliot has to be one of the greatest poets ever. I enjoy his work, and more specifically his poem The waste Land. It was sort of hard to jump into right off the bat, but once you are immersed in a vision of wonder it all come alive...I wish the web page was that easy...but technology really isn't my forte unlike the words of a legendary poet.

Really, How great can they be?

Great Expectations...more then a phrase. Dickens was a genius with character development. The movie isn't too horrible, yet like most, it doesn't stay completely true to the text. My favorite would be Ms. Havisham. She gets to be as crazy as all get out- similar to the elderly (ever notice how they can say anything no matter how quirky with no repercussions). Though she is definitely a piece of somethin' with her strange house arrangements. Seriously, who on earth would devote their mind, thought, and entire life to revenge- not to mention keeping her wedding cake/decor/wedding dress in their exact condition for ever..... really, a whole lot of psychology.