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February 10, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Hi Juan, as soon as you are on, let us know. Maybe share a favorite story about your journey to become a prize-winning poet.
February 10, 2009 at 7:57 pm
Juan,
What was one of your most favorite poems you have written?
Madison
February 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm
Hellow Mr. Juan Morales how are you today?
February 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm
I really liked your poem “The Roads and Shortcuts Home.” In it you mention Jibaro spirits. I’m really curious about what those are. Could you please explain that reference? I also wonder where you get your inspiration from.
February 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm
Hi Juan! What is your favorite part about being a poet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Hi juan! I have not read any of your poems yet but I like poetry so I will try to find one!
February 10, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Did you enjoy the idea of poetry when you were a child as much as you do now?
February 10, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Hi! Who are some of the poets you draw inspiration from when writing?
February 10, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Hi Juan. Whats your inspiration for your poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:02 pm
If I were a poet I would like the influence my poems would have on people.
February 10, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Hola, Como estas? Ive enjoyed some of your work, as ive been writing my own for Mr.s Gutierrez. I was also wondering what is your favorite quote?
February 10, 2009 at 8:02 pm
I just read a poem by you, because I googled your name. That is some intense stuff. How do you come up with that?
February 10, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Juan,
What is your most personal peom you have ever written. the one that means the most to you?
February 10, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Hi Juan,
Can u tell me what the viruella was? was a horrible deasese? was it like smallpox?
February 10, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Hello Mr. Morales.
I am a 7th grader, and not in the class that is studying poetry, so I am not familiar with your poems, or you, really. I am here for extra credit. So does anyone have to time to tell me just part of one of his poems? If not that’s okay.
February 10, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Juan did you always want to be a poet/writer.
February 10, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Hello Mr. Juan Morales!
I would like to know, where do you get your inspriation for your poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
What is your most favorite thing to write about?
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Juan,
what is one of your main themes when you are writing poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Okay, guys. Hang on a sec and let’s make sure he’s on. He may be running a few minutes late.
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Has your heratage been an important part of your writing
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Whats your favorite part of being a poet
February 10, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Hmmm i was jsut thinking.. Do you get any of your inspiration from music?
February 10, 2009 at 8:05 pm
David S., where did you find his poems? I just searched for some.
February 10, 2009 at 8:05 pm
Also, why did you become a poet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:05 pm
When you write a poem do you get a certain topic in your head first or do you just write and see what comes out?
February 10, 2009 at 8:05 pm
the poem that I remember the most from class was about the invisible dogs that were chasing his grand father
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Chris:
When My Father Had La Viruela
1946
We did not see out father
for months. My brothers told me he
had become a monster allergic to light.
Every night, I heard him leave
his walled-up room, where Mamá hid him
from the government quarantined camps
where the infected died. Once, I sneaked
out of bed, watched him at the table
eat cold rice and a chicken slab. It never
left me, the scrape of his fork against
the plate, the long breaths he drew
between bites, the image of our father —
a thing hunched over his meal.
His hands, arms, and face swelled
with tight purple blisters. Before he finished,
I slipped back into bed between my sisters.
Candlelight interrupted darkness
when he stopped in front of our room
and nudged the door open to look at us.
I closed my eyes, held my breath,
ad listened to the clap
of his bare feet vanish into the walls.
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
wow juan I like you metaphors they are really strong. ( I just read a poem.)
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Hello what do you use as inspiration for your poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Hello Mr. Morales. What is your favorite poet and what is your favorite poem?
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
hi Mr. Juan
how are you today?
February 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm
I was also wondering, why did you become a poet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Woww……. that’s good. Thank you Jackson.
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Hello Juan! I am so happy that you have decided to have a live blog with us. I loved the way the phrase your poems, and they have inspired me to start writing some poetry about my life.
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Thanks Jackson. If he is running a few minutes late, he’ll have quite a bit to scroll through to catch up. Let’s give him until about 8:15.
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
No problem
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Mr. Juan
What do you do in your free time? other than writhing a poem.
February 10, 2009 at 8:07 pm
see you guys in 15
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
sounds good to me
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
is he on yet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
Juan what inspired you to be a poet
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
I really like reading your poems
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
That father poem was really good! Did his dad have a disease or something?
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
Peace
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
adios!
February 10, 2009 at 8:08 pm
put on the brakes guys
February 10, 2009 at 8:09 pm
Guys hes not on yet
February 10, 2009 at 8:09 pm
Did you have any family problems as a child? Is that where you got your inspiration? I liked it.
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
I really enjoyed your poems. My mom’s side of the family is from Mexico, and I could relate to some of the Latin influences. I just wrote a poem about my mom’s when she was little.
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
yea and this was when the sick were quarantined
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Chris he isnt on
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Sorry guys. Didn’t see any of those comments.
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Okay, guys, I have him on email–he says he’s posting and doesn’t know why his comments are not showing up. So hang on a sec while we figure this out.
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Juan how do you feel your symbolism in yourr poetry reflects to your personal experiences
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Did anyone inspire you to become a writer and poet.
February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
PEOPLE WAIT! It’s going to be hard enough for him to catch up as is.
February 10, 2009 at 8:11 pm
did he fill in all the boxes…
February 10, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Mr. Morales
what is your favorite poem?
February 10, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Mr. Morales, I was just wondering where you get your inspiration and what first inspired you to be a poet. Do you find it easy or do the poems take weeks to figure out?
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
How long does it usually take you to write a poem?
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
test
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
STOP POSTING COMMENTS!
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
Hello Juan.
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
Okay, I think I fixed the problem…please bear with my, my friends.
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
EVERYBODY FREEZE JUAN IS HAVING TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES.
February 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm
I think he’s here.
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
PLEAS STOP POSTING
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
never mind
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Was music ever a factor in your inspiration?
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Guys imagine answering an entire class’ questions
ITS HARD
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
How about we just start over? Forget all the other comments?
February 10, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Do you always base your poems off of real life expiriences?
February 10, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Sorry about the delay, everyone. I fixed the tech problem, and I am going to start answering questions from the top…thanks for your patience!
I will also stay on longer than planned to make sure I can answer you all.
February 10, 2009 at 8:14 pm
lets just give juan some time to get his responses together
February 10, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Guys let him say something then we can comment on what he says.
February 10, 2009 at 8:14 pm
ok, we should do what chris said
February 10, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Sorry
February 10, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Okay, if you noticed . . . Juan has now fixed his computer difficulties and will begin trying to respond. Please do not post any more questions for a moment.
February 10, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Are most of your poems about your family and/or culture, or do you like to write about different things?
February 10, 2009 at 8:16 pm
My favorite poems I have written vary. right now it’s a newer poem called Peddling the new world, which is an eight-page one about a young man who joins the spanish conquest of peru.
February 10, 2009 at 8:16 pm
I have the same question as nick.
February 10, 2009 at 8:16 pm
Cool that sound really interesting
February 10, 2009 at 8:16 pm
do you have a theme that you use most of the time in your poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:17 pm
I see a lot of questions about inspiration, and I am inspired by a lot of things. I first started writing poems about my family and the stories they told me, I love writing about history, and I also write about things I see everyday. Poetry and writing is great that way because you can discover and learn about anything you want.
February 10, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Do you like to show more emotion in some poems more than others
February 10, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Do you write mostly the same type of poetry or do you move around?
February 10, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Where do you draw the inspiration for your poems from?
February 10, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Okay, Juan, it’s okay if you’re not reading this as soon as I send it out. I have computer problems of my own. So, when you do get this, I hope that I can be of more help to you, than of you to me.
First of all…poetry intrigues me. It’s difficult to be noticed for your passion, and the fact that you’ve accomplished so much inspires me. All I’m asking for is a couple of tips to manage the rough waters of the public eye.
Second…inspiration. Without that, us writers are completely in the dark. I mean, literally. There’s nothing I hate more than writer’s block. I’d like to know a little bit about how you aviod the urge to just stare at nothing.
Third…publicity. I’ve written some items of my own, that I’d like to get published (eventually) And that got me to thinking…what are the steps to publishing a book?
Fourth…Editing. Never one of my strong points, especially when it comes to my own work. If you ever-so-often edit your own work, how do you do it?
Now I understand that I have some pretty big questions, but these are things that I’d like to know, if I’m ever going to get a career in this field. You can take your time, after all, I am on the bottom of the comment list. But if you have the time to answer these questions, I’d really appreciate it.
February 10, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Do you think about your whole poem, plan it out first, or just write and make it up as you go?
February 10, 2009 at 8:18 pm
how often do you write poems
February 10, 2009 at 8:18 pm
GUYS LET HIM CATCH UP HE HAS …20+..Alot of questions to do
February 10, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Can you give us an idea of what your newer poems are about?
February 10, 2009 at 8:19 pm
What do you like most about being a poet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:19 pm
When I was growing up, I didn’t know I wanted to be a writer, but I always enjoyed writing and reading. I started cleaning my basement recently and came across old journals, which helped me realize the I have always been a writer. Writing is something that can be done for fun and when you are ready, you can take the next challenging step and try to get published.
February 10, 2009 at 8:19 pm
Have you ever written a fantasy poem, or are most of your poems fiction and non-fiction?
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
how long did it take you to get published?
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Do you tend to write your poems on more personal experiences or other peoples experiences or other things?
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
What emotion do you usually write your poems about?
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Alright, I’ll leave the rest with you guys. Juan, I have only heard one of your poems, but it sounds like the rest are very interesting, especially your new 8-page one, about Peru. Very cool!
Bye.
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Who are some of your favorite writers or poets? Have you incorporated any of their style into your own writing?
February 10, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Have you ever writen a short story, book or just poems
February 10, 2009 at 8:21 pm
A few answers to the specific poem questions:
-my mom says the ghost dogs really did chase my grandfather, and he swore it was true.
-The viruela is smallpox, which my grandfather survived many years ago with the help of my curandera grandmother.
-The roads & shortcuts home is about my dad’s experience walking in the night in his home town Lajas.
-I really love ghost stories, but I don’t like to tell them only to scare people. I think they can speak about faith and the unique things about people in the past and present.
February 10, 2009 at 8:21 pm
Quck question: HOW ARE YOU PLANNING TO ANSWER ALL OF THESE? IT WOULD TAKE ME ALL NIGHT!
February 10, 2009 at 8:22 pm
what is your favorite poem or piece of creative writing?
February 10, 2009 at 8:22 pm
very carefully racheal
February 10, 2009 at 8:22 pm
I don’t think I can answer everything, so I will do my best to catch up. I’m good, but I’m not that good.
February 10, 2009 at 8:22 pm
That is very intrestering Mr. Morales
February 10, 2009 at 8:22 pm
Do you plan out your peoms a head of time or do you just write them and make it up as you go along?
February 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Hi,
I was wondering if you always wanted to be a writer, or if it was a recent activity you became fond of?
February 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
What exactly is the point of your heritage I see a hispanic trend but my half my family is from mexico I’m not seeing very many mexican refrences
February 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Some of my favorite poets are pablo neruda, yusef komunyakaa, martin espada, eavan boland, and david mason to name a few.
February 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
how long does it take you to write a poem?
February 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Juan thank you for spending this time talking to us and answering our questions.
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
What do you think is the most important thing about writing a poem?
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
My heritage and culture are very important to me. I grew up in Colorado. My mother is from Ecuador and my father is from puerto rico. I lived in New mexico for a few years, so I some times write about NM and the southwest too.
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
I think that is cool how you found out you were a writer all along. After hearing a few of your poems, I agree. keep up the great work Juan!
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
DO those poets have a certain style of writing that you find interesting?
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Ya thanks alot for having this dissucition with us Mr. Morales
February 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Have you ever written a book before
??????
February 10, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Where do you go to make up poems? Do you have like a special place?
February 10, 2009 at 8:25 pm
I agree with Madison… It means a lot for you to take time out of your busy schedule.
February 10, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Wow it seems like we killed the poor guy with all these questions.. one more from me.. in you childhood what were some of the activities you took place in? did you write about them?
February 10, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Thank you for talking with us.
February 10, 2009 at 8:25 pm
thank you for answering all of our questions Mr. Morales.
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
Okay, I put all of my main questions on, and I need some time for other homework. But before I go, nice reading your comments Juan. I totally understand the technical difficulties. My internet crashed…again, so I’m typing on my Mom’s computer. And Darien, my mane is spelled R-a-c-h-e-l, no extra A!
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
Hello Mr. Maroles. I was wondering what made you want to become a poet?
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
I also enjoy writing fiction and nonfiction too, but I still do not share them with a lot of people. I hope to some day publish them in the future.
Other than teaching and writing, I enjoy reading, spending time with my wife and cats, playing soccer, and working in the garden. It’s relaxing.
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
yes Mr. Morales
thank you so much for spending your time with us.
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
yes thank you very much
February 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm
What kind of inspiration did you get from growing up in Colorado?
February 10, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Thank you Mr. Morales for spending your time with us
bye
February 10, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Yeah, thanks so much for taking the time to talk to us, and for having the patience to deal with the constant influx of questions.
February 10, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Thank you for sharing your time with us and answering our questions.
February 10, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Mr.White would like you…If you run out of ideas for poems do you create some from the top of your head and if so seggest one.
February 10, 2009 at 8:28 pm
do you mainly focus on like the aspects of people and how they act or do you like to sit, say in you garden, and write about the world around you?
February 10, 2009 at 8:28 pm
Thank you for taking the time to chat with us. it was very kind of you and I enjoyed reading your answers to our questions.
February 10, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Thank oyu very much Mr. Morales for sppeaking with us tonight…sorry we killed you with all these questions!!!
February 10, 2009 at 8:29 pm
I saw questiosn from some people including Connor abuot publishing and if I have a book. I published a book in 2006 called Friday and the year that followed, which has a lot of poems abuot my family and ghost stories and other interesting things I enjoyed writing about.
Publishing can be very challenging. I was sending out poems to magazines for about 3 years before I got my first publication. It take practice and persistence, but it will be rewarding if you can stick with it and keep revising!
February 10, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Do you write most of your poems based on someone elses stories or youdr own?
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Mr. Morales you have really given me a new understanding for creative writing and its interpretation thanks for your time
bye
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Connor asked before if Juan had written a book before. Since Juan might not have enough time, I recall hearing he has written two books.
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
I think that they were wondering if you have written any books that are not all poems, like story books.
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
One more thing, Where can i find some more of your poems?
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
it must have been hard to try for 3 years
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
do you ever write stories about things you dream about?
February 10, 2009 at 8:30 pm
I know you are studying music and poetry in your class, and there is a great link there. I love music and I used to be in a band when I was younger. It taught me a lot about rhythm and how to write something that can be read and performed in front of people. It also helped me realize another way writing can be fun.
when I write now, I listen to music all the time, which helps me concentrate. It also inspires me too. Music has the same power as poetry.
February 10, 2009 at 8:31 pm
thank you for answering my question
we ask a lot of them
February 10, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Have you ever written a poem about some music that has inspired you?
February 10, 2009 at 8:32 pm
http://www.bedbugpress.com is where my book can be bought. You can also go to my website to read more poems published in other places.
some times I write dream poems too. I keep a dream journal next to my bed to, so I can write them before I forget.
February 10, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Oh really? you were in band? what instroment did you play?
February 10, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Mr. Morales, what is the hardest part of your career?
February 10, 2009 at 8:33 pm
thank you for your prospective Juan. Its been nice to see where you come from on your writing pieces but ive got to go for now. Have a good night
February 10, 2009 at 8:33 pm
i agree with you Juan about the fact that “Music has the same power as poetry” and i believe they go hand in had in inspiring the people that read and listen to them.
February 10, 2009 at 8:33 pm
Do you think that music IS poetry and is interpreted the same way a poem might be?
February 10, 2009 at 8:33 pm
That is a really great idea to write about dreams you had.
February 10, 2009 at 8:33 pm
this is kinda personal you don’t have to answer it but do the things you dream about make good poems
February 10, 2009 at 8:34 pm
Writing process was another thing I saw people ask about. I usually start by writing in my notebook by hand. Then I type out the poem and look for ways to make it shorter and clearer for readers.
Then, I look for places where it might be confusing for readers. When I write a poem, I spend hours adding, cutting, and moving parts of the poems around to see if I can get it right.
I also like to read the poems out loud to myself so I can hear the words.
February 10, 2009 at 8:34 pm
Thanks A LOT for answering all of our questions(i know that there was alot!)I enjoyed reading all of your answers!
Have a good night!
February 10, 2009 at 8:34 pm
I have to go. I may be back later, but if not: Thanks for your insight and for taking the time to chat with us! Have a good night everyone!
February 10, 2009 at 8:34 pm
Have there ever been inspired singers that wanted to turn one of your poems into a song?
February 10, 2009 at 8:35 pm
It depends on the music and poem, greta. It’s all about the purpose of the musician or writer. They might want to communicate an idea, entertain people, or make change. It’s up to the writer.
February 10, 2009 at 8:35 pm
yes
February 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Alright my brother has to do some homework and i have to leave now thanks a ton for your insite on poetry and have a good night.
February 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Do you ever write about some of your favorite things like an animal, sport, or a wonderful/terrible memory
February 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm
I totally agree with that
February 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm
One of my friends in a band asked me about making a poem into songs, but it hasn’t happened yet. A lot of famous poets and writers do that.
February 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm
thank you for talking with us Mr. Morales i enjoyed hearing things from a man who has really taken poetry to hard and made a career for himself in creative writing
February 10, 2009 at 8:37 pm
I think you should strongly think about doing that. From the poems of yours I have read; i think they would sond great in song.
February 10, 2009 at 8:37 pm
What is your favorite topic to write about? your family, your friends, dreams, things you wish have happened, or other?
February 10, 2009 at 8:37 pm
Have you always been a creative writer growing up?
February 10, 2009 at 8:38 pm
What has been the biggest influence in your life
February 10, 2009 at 8:38 pm
thanks for coming Mr.Morales(to slam the poet with questions.) i might have to get off soon so my last question. Do you often just start thinking of something and then a poem just pops out at you?
February 10, 2009 at 8:39 pm
writing can be very challenging because you not only write about things you are happy about, but sometimes you have to write about tough emotions or situations. The important thing is to make it real to the reader so they can feel the same emotions and experience all the sensory elements of the moments being described.
February 10, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Darien, some poems come fast and unexpectedly. some poems are slow and take years to finish. I have one poem that I’ve been writing for 6 years now.
It take patience and you have to listen to the poem and writing for guidance.
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Do you feel that a poem is still good if it does not express emotion?
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
..interesting
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Have you ever just gotten stuck when you are writing?
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Thank you for answering all of our questions Mr. Morales. I enjoyed reading about your history with poetry.
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I know a lot of people already left, but I just wanted to say thank you for having me here and for all the wonderful questions.
I also apologize again for the technology problems.
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Thank you so so so much for spending so much time answering our questions. I enjoyed listing to all of inspiration. I had a blast listening. Bye
February 10, 2009 at 8:40 pm
what do you think is the most important thing about writing?
February 10, 2009 at 8:41 pm
Thank you.
February 10, 2009 at 8:41 pm
6 years????!!!!!! How do you hold your attention to that one poem if you lose interest?
February 10, 2009 at 8:41 pm
Thank you so much! bye
February 10, 2009 at 8:41 pm
after 6 years was the poem recognizable to the original form?
February 10, 2009 at 8:42 pm
It has been our pleasure to host you.
February 10, 2009 at 8:42 pm
thank you
February 10, 2009 at 8:42 pm
I think poems need to express emotions in some form or fashion, Greta. You want the reader to feel what you feel.
eric, writer’s block is very common and it occurs all the time, but it goes away after awhile. it takes hard work and maybe even time away from the writing.
February 10, 2009 at 8:43 pm
it was a pleasure to have you heer
February 10, 2009 at 8:44 pm
February 10, 2009 at 8:44 pm
Thanks for coming Mr.Morales(again) do you possibly get influence from other peoms and incorperate some of them into a new poem
February 10, 2009 at 8:44 pm
wow.. 6 years?
February 10, 2009 at 8:44 pm
Rachaell, the most important thing to do with writing is to have fun but to take it seriously. One part of the writer must try exciting things and the other part has to be the editor to help it get communicated.
February 10, 2009 at 8:44 pm
Have you ever written a poem with very mixed emotions?
February 10, 2009 at 8:45 pm
Definitely, Darien. All great writers are also avid readers. Read the classics, read the work being written today.
Yep, I’ve been working on the same poem for that long. It takes patience and lots of energy, but it’s worth it.
February 10, 2009 at 8:46 pm
ALso, do you feel that anger is a good emotion to express in poems or a bad one, and how do you get your emotion across so strong?
February 10, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Thank you very so much for talking to us. I have to get off line now. Have a great night and rest of the year. I hope to find a new book of yours in stores soon.
February 10, 2009 at 8:47 pm
good writing often requires mixed emotions to keep the writing balanced.
February 10, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Okay guys,
I think we need to let Juan go now–THANK YOU SO MUCH, Juan, for talking with us. Have a good night–I’ll contact you via email to debrief. Good night, everyone.
February 10, 2009 at 8:48 pm
Thank you
February 10, 2009 at 8:48 pm
Good night all Thank you Juan Morales
February 10, 2009 at 8:48 pm
Writing can communicate emotions strongly when you focus on describing the five senses, a good form to match the subject, and authentic details. Those will help you get a start.
February 10, 2009 at 8:48 pm
thanks again
February 10, 2009 at 8:49 pm
Thank you so much for talking to us.. have a great evening . Thank you again.
February 10, 2009 at 8:49 pm
Thank you all for a great chat and for all the sharp questions. Enjoy your evening, happy writing, and keep in touch!
Bye for now!
February 10, 2009 at 8:50 pm
WHat do you mean by keeping the writing balanced?
February 10, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Sorry-Bye everyone!
February 10, 2009 at 8:52 pm
Writing has to be balance between all emotions and fun and seriousness.
G-nite!
February 10, 2009 at 9:05 pm
Who was your favorite poet when you were younger? I really like The Raven by Edger Allan Poe.