• Published: July 2017

Poems For Describing Depression

Depression and sadness are not the same. We all experience sadness from time to time, but those feelings go away within a short period of time. Depression is a diagnosable condition characterized by a prolonged feeling of sadness and loss of interest in things that were once enjoyable. It can also have lasting symptoms such as changes in sleep, energy level, and concentration. The United States has one of the highest depression rates in the world, and women are more likely to suffer from this than men.

For someone who has never experienced depression, it can be challenging to understand. These poems provide a glimpse of what depression feels like and what's it’s like to fight against depression. Depression becomes all-consuming and affects every aspect of a person’s life.

If you suspect you or someone you love is living with depression, please reach out to get help. Know that you are not alone. Hundreds of millions of people around the world are fighting depression every day.

For more poems check out:

• Poems about depression 
• Depression poems written by teens.

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• Poems 18

• Published: January 2019

Birthday Poetry Contest Semi-Finalists

These poems have been selected as semi-finalists for the January 2019 Birthday Poetry Contest.

• Birthday Poetry Contest, First Prize $50 Amazon.com Gift Card!
• Submission Deadline is January 25th. CLOSED.
• Semi-Finalists Published through January 30th. CLOSED
• Winner Announced: January 31st
• The Winning Poem is - Special Day by Marie Matheny

Poetry Contests - All Winning Poems

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• Poems 30

• Published: May 2019

Short Poems For Kids

Short Poems for Children. Including funny rhyming poems, poems about nature and animals, Poems about School. Inspiring and Famous poems. Poems by kids and poems for kids. 

Short poems simple to memorize and recite.

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• Poems 60

• Published: May 2019

Short Christmas Poems

These short poems about Christmas are perfect for sharing with family, friends and loved ones.

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• Poems 13

• Published: December 2018

Christmas Poetry Contest Semi-Finalists

These poems have been selected as semi-finalists for the Christmas poetry contest.

• Christmas Poetry Contest, First Prize $50 Amazon.com Gift Card!
• Submission Deadline is December 20th. CLOSED.
• Semi-Finalists Published through December 23rd. CLOSED.
• Winner Announced: December 24th.
• The Winning Poem is - My Wish For This Christmas By Jamie Cirello

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• Poems 25

• Published: May 2019

Birthday Poems For Friends

A birthday is a time to celebrate life and be joyful for the chance to be with friends, family and those who care about us.
A birthday can be seen as a serious or joyful time depending on one's age and one's attitude towards life. 

Another year has passed and we look back on failures and successes. We think about our goals for the future and reflect on the past year. These are all thoughts that may came up on a birthday, but the main thing is to use a birthday as an opportunity to celebrate life and be joyful for the chance to be with friends and family.

Poems for Birthdays to share with friends and loved ones. 

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• Poems 18

• Published: January 2020

Valentine's Day Poems For Best Friends

Valentine's Day is not only for those in romantic relationships. It can also be a time for friends to tell each other how much they mean to one another. What a blessing it is to have someone by your side through all life's ups and downs. Share these poems with your friends - with the people who've celebrated your triumphs and held your hand through the tears.

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• Poems 44

• Published: May 2019

Birthday Poems For Family

A Birthday Celebration is a life affirming event. Celebrating a birthday is making a statement that your life is significant and meaningful. You are saying, my life is worth living and therefore I am celebrating that I am alive for another year. It is a time to get together with friends and family and celebrate the life that you are living. 

Birthdays may also be a time of melancholy reflection if we are not happy with our current station in life. For this reason it is good to have family and friends close to you to let you know how special you are.

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• Poems 39

• Published: January 2020

Valentine's Day Poems To Kids

Valentine’s Day is not only for those in romantic relationships. It can also be a time for families to celebrate their love for each other. Parents can use the holiday as an opportunity to share with their children how much they’re loved and valued in the family. Maybe this year is the year to start a new family tradition on Valentine’s Day.

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• Poems 8

• Published: November 2017

Personal Heroes

Each of us have people we consider heroes. For some, that hero is a soldier, firefighter, police officer, or doctor. For others, it’s a single mom, hard-working dad, or other everyday people. What makes someone a hero? It’s someone who sacrifices for the well-being of others. They put the needs of others above their own wants and desires. Heroes are determined, courageous, and brave. In this collection, our poets highlight their own personal heroes. Who are your heroes?

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• Poems 6

• Published: November 2018

Poems With Similes

Similes are a form of figurative language that use the words "like" or "as" to compare two things. Similes are a writing technique used by poets and all writers to create rich imagery and memorable connections for their readers. Writers use similes to enhance descriptions of feelings, experiences or objects by comparing them vividly to something else.

Learn more: What are Similes And Metaphors In Poetry?

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• Poems 17

• Published: September 2019

Climate Change Poems

Climate change is a hot topic in the world today. This collection of poems brings attention to the way humans are treating the Earth, and the poets implore people to turn an eye toward the destruction that humans are causing to our planet and make changes.

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• Poems 14

• Published: December 2018

Missing You At Christmas Poems

For many people, the holidays are a difficult time due to grieving the loss of a loved one, whether it be from death or separation due to distance or strained relationships. Memories of Christmas and the holiday season are filled with loved ones who have since passed away or are not here. 

Poems about remembering lost loved ones during Christmas and the holiday season.

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• Poems 18

• Published: December 2022

Valentines Day Alone Poems

Being alone while everyone is celebrating love in their lives can be an incredibly lonely and depressing experience. Valentine's Day is a time for sharing our love with those who are important to us. Not having someone to share this with does not mean, however, that we cannot also participate. All of us have people who are meaningful and special to us, these people can become an outlet for expressing our love and sharing in the festivities of celebrating love. In this way, Valentine's Day can be a time for sharing love with others even if not the traditional expression.

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• Poems 8

• Published: December 2018

Poems About Christmas Traditions

The holiday season is marked with a variety of traditions that have been established since childhood. While there are some universal Christmas traditions, each family has their own memories to cherish during this special time of year.

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• Poems 16

• Published: December 2022

Famous Life Poems

Since the dawn of civilization, artists of all forms have sought to express the essence of the human condition and the full range of human experience. Poetry has been one of the most common forms of this expression from the ancients until now. These words have an ability to capture the abstract emotions and concrete experiences that have been part of our humanity throughout the ages. Turning to the words of classic poems can help us to clarify and understand our own experiences better by connecting us to those others who have sought to do the same.

This collection of famous poems explores the human experience and the journey of life. From love and loss to joy and sorrow, these poems delve into the emotions and challenges that shape our lives. Whether you're seeking inspiration or a deeper understanding of the world around you, these poems offer a poignant and thought-provoking look at the human condition.

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• Poems 30

• Published: February 7, 2024

February 2024 Poetry Contest - $500 Cash Prize

These poems have been submitted to the February 2024 Poetry Contest. Below this list you will find the semi-finalist poems.

Dates:

• February 2024 Poetry Contest, Prize $500 Cash!


• Submission Deadline is February 29th. CLOSED


• Semi-Finalists Published here March 1 - March 6th.


• Winner Announced: March 6th


• The Winning Poem is - Trapped Under Evil's Demise by Jenny M. Frye Congradualtions!

These poems have been submitted to the February 2024 Poetry Contest.

• Just A Vapor by Jeaninne Stokes


• A Salute To Survivors Of Life by Doug William Benson


• Dear New Boob by Rosie Barrett


• Acularium by Leif W. Eriksen


• Still Loving You by Susan A Capozzi


• Tell Me Why by Philip Jorgenson


• Different by KATHLEEN Thompson


• My Dearest Cody by Linda Grantham


• Special Friend by Pauline Faller


• Sounds by Sue M. Mazzoni


• Trapped Under Evil's Demise by Jenny N. Frye


• The Darkness That Surrounds Me by Ralph Quinonez


• Awakening by Mary Denise Lyons


• Awaken To Love: Remembering Your Worth by Julie Batchos


• In Denial by Alex Sarich


• Save A Kiss by Fairytalefun


• Time Is A Thief by Johnnyboy


• Life's Journey With You by Lyndee Champion-Ivey


• The White Dove by RAMAKRISHNAN


• I Was Raped by Carissa


• Angels Of God Are Speaking To Me by Marcia A. Newton


• Baby Steps by Luann Winkle


• In Harder Times by James Sadwick


• It's Hard To Say Goodbye by Caleb Burphy


• Canyons by Walker R. W


• It Is Time by Nastacia Linton


• Hello by Seawolf


• A Neurodiverse Symphony by Demi


• Hell Is Other People by Wilbur M. Scouten


• Monster by AlishaPiggy18


• How Much Do I Miss You by Kim L. Arruda

The poems below have been selected as semi-finalists for the February 2024 Poetry Contest.

We look for poems that have a clear message, Are heartfelt, Appeal to a wide audience

Our Editors determine the winning poem based on content, but you can let us know your top poems by rating, sharing, adding to your favorites and commenting on your favorite poems.

View our Previous Poetry Contest Winners

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• Poems 11

• Published: July 2017

Personification Poems

Below are Examples of poems that showcase the literary device of personification, but first let's talk about Personification:

What Is Personification?

Personification is when you give human attributes (characteristics) to the object that is being personified. The objects are not human, and in many cases, they're not even living things.

Why Use Personification in Poetry?

• Personification can be used to emphasize a point in your writing.
• It can also be used to make a reader understand something you're trying to say.
• Personification is a way to add more description to your poem by giving human characteristics to inanimate objects.

Examples of Personification in Poetry:

• The breeze kissed my cheek.
• When I got home from school my dog smiled at me.
• The blanket wrapped its arms around me.
• Rays of sunshine danced through the trees.
• The chainsaw hummed a tune.

Poem Personification Template - Try It Yourself

This poem is a great representation of personification because it makes winter seem human.

Winter by Olivia Kooker

If winter were a person, she would be a girl with frosty hair.

Winter would wear snow pants, snow boots, gloves, a hat, and scarf.

Winter would smell like hot chocolate and peanut butter and Hershey Kiss cookies baking in the oven.

Winter would spend the day eating cookies and drinking hot cocoa by a lake.

Winter would spend the night by sitting in the snow waiting for morning so children could come out to play.

Download: Personification Poem Template (PDF)

Try writing your own personification poem by thinking of a season and describing it as though it's a person by using characteristics of the season to describe what it would wear, smell like, and spend time doing.

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• Poems 31

• Published: July 2017

Poems With Couplets

Collection of poems written with stanzas that have only two lines. 2 line stanzas are called Couplets. Couplets usually rhyme, but they do not have to. A stanza in poetry is a group of lines usually separated by a blank line. Stanzas of 2 lines are called Couplets from the Old French word cople meaning two.

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• Poems 35

• Published: July 2017

Poems With Tercets

Collection of poems written with stanzas that have three lines. 3 line stanzas are called Tercets.
A stanza in poetry is a group of lines usually separated by a blank line. Stanzas of 3 lines are called Tercets from the Latin word tertius meaning three.

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• Poems 16