Poetry Blog

#1. Emily Dickinson
I think Emily Dickinson and I have a lot in common. First, we are both pretty much reserved and quiet (even though it might not look like that.) I love to be by myself and ponder although I don't necessarily enjoy writing poems. Also, since I'm not really a feminist, I can relate to her poems theme-wise. I especially like what she says about 'death' because that is partly my interest. I always wonder what it would be like on the verge of 'death' and how I can overcome it.
#2. "I Meant to Have But Modest Needs"
I really like this poem because it reflects upon a universal experience of humans struggling in terms of 'faith.' In my humble opinion, I think everyone on this planet has "faith" whether it be on an omnipotent God or anything else. And when humans face adversities in life (which we all do) we normally turn to our faith and have that sense of anger or utter disappointment. Here, her poem vividly depicts the betrayal she feels towards God whatever the reason may be.
#3
The tragic flaw - I think - that is shown in this poem is human vulnerability. Vulnerable to tragic happenings, vulnerable to betrayal, vulnerable to our faith. Inevitably, obstacles become a huge part of our lives as humans and everytime, because of our reliance to our faith, we blame.