Is that a poem in your pocket or are you happy to see me?
Ronn at { a burst of light } is into poetry, among other things, so he's taken note that this is National Poetry Month, and that April 30, 2004 is Poem in Your Pocket Day, in New York City at least.
New Yorkers are encouraged to carry a poem in their pocket and share it with friends, family, coworkers and classmates. Public schools throughout the five boroughs will highlight poetry on this day through readings, poetry workshops and specifically designed lesson plans. Tuck a poem in your pocket and see what surprises may come your way.
Ronn also has an original idea:
Okay, so Friday I'll do some poetry posts (mostly other folks' poems).I thought it would be a great idea if bloggers did something similar on April 30th:
To commemorate the end of National Poetry Month, blog about your favorite poem and provide at least one link to other poems and/or a bio of the poet.
Since I have several poets that I love (and to publicize my reinvigorated business site), I will post several poems and Black Lion Publishing will give away books by at least two poets (poets to be determined).
