Laura

[Laura @lauraAhack]

I attended a lecture for UNCC's MLK Day celebration back in January
#RhoKappa

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A10: I feel that this poem does "bring" what the speaker says poetry can bring. This poem allows the speaker to share their opinion on poetry and the way it makes them feel, while drawing their reader in, helping the reader to relate to poetry.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A9: To me, the central message of the poem seems to be that while poetry can be seem intimidating at first, it really has hidden depths and is an important way for people to share their unique perspectives.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A8: I think that "a life without boundaries" is a way for the speaker to freely share their thoughts or feelings. For me, poetry is a way to explore my own feelings in a visible way. In this way, poetry is platform that helps many people relate to each other.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A7: The poem is one long stanza, a run-on sentence. This adds to the free flow of thought feel, as if the speaker is speaking their mind. There are also a lot of enjambment, which encourages the reader to pause and emphasize certain points.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A6: I noticed a shift in the middle of line 12. The poem moves from talking about negative effects of poetry "sour", ""thirsty", "cold", and uses the positive imagery of a poem being a place you can "play" or "bathe" in the waters.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A5: The mall metaphor gave me a new idea about experiencing poetry. At first glance, poetry may seem like something you can just consume and enjoy, but it is often much deeper than that initial glance, and a poem can pull out deep feelings and realizations.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A4: I saw juxtaposition in lines 15-16. The speaker talks about "alarming waters", but then says "you can bathe" and "play" in the water. This image confused me, but seems to describe how initially poetry can seem overwhelming but is really very beautiful.
#TeachLivingMoments

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A3: "You" might be used to refer to a reader who is just finding poetry, or even a reader who has been reading or writing poetry for a long time. It invites the reader to stop for a moment and examine what poetry really is and does.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A2: The image that stood out to me the most was the relation of poetry to water that you can swim in lines 14-16. Swimming is a big part of my life, and this image helps me relate to the poem more.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

A1: I feel that a poem can bring a unique expression of emotion and show an individuals personality and perspective. It is a vehicle that helps other people to relate to an experience that you have had through words.
#TeachLivingPoets

[Laura @lauraAhack]

Historic Latta Plantation #RhoKappaLNC

[Jordan Brown @JPBrown5]

We are powerful because of our ability to create meaning.

And meaning comes from stories.

Create the most beautiful, far-reaching story you can.

[Jordan Brown @JPBrown5]

The world doesn't need you to be perfect.

The world needs you to be relatable.

The world needs your occasionally grumpy, good days and bad days, definitely lovable, authentic self.

[Laura @lauraAhack]

This is an interesting topic that most people don’t often consider when donating clothes. This really hits an important issue
@CrisisAssistMin @Nike #freeclothing #StopBullying

[Jarrett Putman @jputmanlnc]

Hey everyone, in case you missed the DigCit event, I've edited together my talk in a video and would appreciate it if you checked it out! #freeclothing #belonging @CrisisAssistMin @Samaritans_Feet https://t.co/xr802bYnbT

[Laura @lauraAhack]

This talk is so good! I love the message
#tothegirls #womenempowerment #believethegirls

[Kruthi @kruthi_5]

Check out my Ted talk!
#womenempowerment
#believewomen
#tothegirls
@WIECharlotte
https://t.co/3qTba6Oj1y

[Jordan Brown @JPBrown5]

Anyone can become a #mentalhealth advocate.

All it takes is a willingness to share your story.

We all have a story, and we all have the power to share it with others.

[Laura @lauraAhack]

This talk hits close to home, such an important topic for everyone to learn about
#StopBullying #peace #Students #acceptance

[Brynn Cleveland @BrynnClevelandd]

Hey guys! Check out my DigCit talk, called SpeakUpStandUp. #stopbullying #antibullying #acceptance #peace @StopBullyingGov
https://t.co/3GPPAY5NMD

[Laura @lauraAhack]

New post on my digcit talk is up on my blog! Check it out with the link in my bio

[Laura @lauraAhack]

I love reading! This is such a great message for all communities.
#reading #books #readingisfun #community #communityread

[Chloe @ChloeNicole_26]

If you love to read or want to incorporate more time in your day to read then check out my talk on reading
https://t.co/2qWz9F3NpF
#Reading
#Readingisfun
#Diversebooks
#Books
@cmlibrary