Author Archives: GSL

“The World Is Too Much With Us” by William Wordsworth

Posted on May 12, 2012 by GSL

*boon – The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a boon as a benefit or favor that is given in answer to a request **lea – According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a lea refers to grassland or pasture. [1] A pagan is described … Continue reading →

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“Mirror” by Lil Wayne ft Bruno Mars

Posted on May 7, 2012 by GSL

The song that I have chosen to write about is “Mirror” by Lil Wayne ft Bruno Mars. I firmly believe that this song is a poem because of the any poetic attributes that it possesses. This song, like many poems, … Continue reading →

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Success is counted sweetest by Emily Dickenson

Posted on April 25, 2012 by GSL

I particular like this poem because it states the truth about success in a direct yet poetic manner. In this poem, the speaker compares success to a certain sweetness such as nectar. The speaker rightfully states that “To comprehend a nectar … Continue reading →

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William Blake’s “The Lamb”

Posted on March 25, 2012 by GSL

William Blake’s poem, “The Lamb” has a very tranquil tone. The poem seems to resonate innocence and traquility. This innocence and tranquility is brought out to the reader through Blake’s choice of words. The word “lamb” generally has the connotation … Continue reading →

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It Was The House That Suffered Most

Posted on February 26, 2012 by GSL

I fount the poem “Schizophrenia” by Jim Stevens to be a very interesting and moving piece. The poem is based on a house that was filled with conflict and the effects the conflict had on the house. I believe that … Continue reading →

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