What if there was something so big – so transformational for music, greeting card verse, and rap music, that it would give masses of people a new appreciation and love of poetry?

What the word poetry means to most people is the old styles – traditional poems and structures taught in school – boring stuff that you struggle to understand and seldom appreciate. What is valued by the literary community as “good poetry” does not embrace the new styles that are all around us in our daily life – poems in song lyrics, rap music and greeting card verse.  And this limited definition of poetry by academia is what has kept “poetry” in the dark ages as a dying art form.

I never liked most poetry…

My name is Ruth Kuttler, the author, poet and graphic artistic responsible for the Visions In Verse book and art poetry collection. Most people I meet are surprised when I tell them that I do not like most poetry. Except for a few poems I read or learned in school, I was never a fan of traditional poetry that bored me with endless metaphors that I couldn’t care less about. The language and messages were not meaningful in today’s contemporary times. But I always loved song lyrics that told a passionate, funny or meaningful story. And I could spend hours in a card shop reading heartfelt greeting card verse that inspired me and brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart.

The poetry I wrote changed my life…

It came as a surprise to me when I was struggling with my career and stumbled upon a poetry contest, that I started to write poetry for the first time. But the poetry that flowed from my pen onto paper was not the traditional – it resonated in my heart and soul. As I shared it, I saw tears in the eyes of the people who heard it as they said, “How do I get that poem? I must have your poems.” This was poetry that inspired and empowered people of all ages and cultures.

When my book Visions in Verse was published, many people bought multiple copies for gift giving. They told me how this collection of poems and inspirational stories and messages had changed their lives. But many of these fans told me that they didn’t like poetry. They said I should think about calling my work something else. This bothered me because my work absolutely was poetry. But then I realized that I really didn’t like most “poetry.”

I also knew that my poetry was more like song lyrics, rap and greeting card verse that spoke to the hearts and souls of masses of people – people who really did love poetry.

Time for poetry to mean something new…

It is time for a new age of poetry – one that gives masses of people a new love and appreciation for “poetry” in all styles including song lyrics, rap and greeting card verse. If you agree and will help to share this message, please join me. When you do, you can help to bring poetry in all its wonderful and timely formats to a much larger community. This includes schools where children can be inspired and empowered to unleash their most creative gifts through writing all styles of poetry. Won’t you please help?

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By including song lyrics, rap music and even greeting card verse into genres of contemporary poetry, we can create a movement that can ultimately change the world. In this movement the music industry, the greeting card industry and schools will have a major part. Through collaborative actions, investment and sponsorships, we have the potential to inspire a new excitement for poetry to come alive once again. More information will be provided for those who complete their details below.

If you would like to become part of something that can change a lot of lives through poetry, we want to hear from you! Please fill out this form and we will get in touch with you shortly.

This is the time of year that we come together with family and friends to enjoy and celebrate the Christmas season. During the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, decorating, baking cookies, exchanging gifts and partying, it is especially a time to be thankful, reflect on the blessings in our lives, and find ways to make a difference for others. The right words and images can inspire us with ideas that remind us what this holiday season is really all about.

A candle, some holly and lights everywhere, the season of Christmas reminds us to care.
A time to remember the ones most in need, and show them a kindness in gifts or in deed…

When we move past the tangible things like jewelry, electronics and clothing, it is the inspirational keepsake Christmas gifts that rekindle the happiest of lifelong memories. This is why selecting a gift with special meaning for a cherished friend or loved one will always be the best Christmas gift as it reminds them of your thoughtfulness. The heartfelt gift you choose with the true spirit of Christmas will show how much you care and become their lifetime treasure.

The best Christmas gifts do not come in a box; not the tangible items like jewelry and socks.
They come from our heart when we reach out our hand and help one another wherever we stand…

The spirit of Christmas should not be forgotten after the tree is taken down and the presents are unwrapped and cast aside. It should be close to our hearts each and every day, reminding us to love and forgive even when we don’t think we can or should.A beautiful inspirational Christmas message in a holiday theme packaged as a Christmas gift to personalize with a family photo, is the Christmas gift that will keep on giving year after year. Of course, this same meaningful Christmas art poem read at your Christmas dinner and on display in your home, can inspire acts of kindness for your guests and family all year long.

It means to forgive the enraged on the roads, and respecting all creatures from dolphins to toads.
To cherish, protect what is sometimes unseen; like commitment to leaving the earth fresh and clean.
It’s walking the talk when we do what we say and making a difference each in our own way…

“The Best Christmas Gift” in your choice of two beautiful and original 11 x 14″ Christmas art designs can be customized in a variety of formats with options for printing, framing and downloading artwork. All are designed to be personalized with a photo that you upload at your time of purchase. Within a day or two, you can expect to receive a proof to approve prior to final printing. Choose from any of the following formats:

• Art that you can download and print yourself.
• Artwork printed on canvas with canvas wrapped edge.
• Artwork printed on canvas in a gold or silver canvas floater frame.
• Framed and double-matted artwork in your choice of silver or gold frame.

If you are looking for a Christmas gift to personalize that will inspire your nearest and dearest friends or family this holiday season, The Best Christmas Gift will stand apart from the ordinary and give special meaning to your celebration. A gift from the Visions in Verse inspirational poetry book and artwork collection is a gift of hope and compassion. It reminds us that some things are still sacred and worth slowing down for, especially in today’s busy and fast paced world.

This unique collection of surreal art poems on a variety of topic will peak your interest as they inspire you and leave you with some new insights. If you like surreal art and short poems, you are sure to enjoy this combination of Surreal Art Poems in a video set to music that will inspire and entertain – something to ponder, enjoy and share! This Surreal Art Poetry collection is brought to you by Ruth Kuttler of https://visionsinverse.com

Would you like to add more meaning to your Christmas holiday this season?

Perhaps you can by sharing a Christmas poem with your family and friends. This inspirational Christmas poem will help you and your family to think about the true meaning of the Christmas holiday as you sit down among loved ones to enjoy a hearty and scrumptious Christmas dinner.

Inspiring poems, insightful stories and incandescent images – together they can lift spirits, provide comfort and even help you create a better life.

What’s their secret?

• Works of art, no matter how simple or elaborate, reach beyond our intellect to touch your soul directly.
• They help you make sense of the world around you by interpreting the world in terms of images and sensations.
• Poems, stories and images are resources you can turn to again and again – possibly finding new meaning with each new encounter.
• Finally, in the case of certain inspiring poems, rhyme and meter combine to help drive home a message that is remembered in a uniquely personal way.

Revisiting fond memories

Most of us can still recall the favorite poems of our childhood. These were likely simple rhymes with recognizable themes. They could be poems from books, song lyrics or dialog we overheard. They could make you laugh or cry – sometimes simultaneously. And that’s what made them special – their basic messages and their simple outpour of emotion.

Years pass, and we are distracted by jobs, homes and other obligations. And how often, as we mature, do we find ourselves nostalgic for those poems of our youth; specifically, the feeling of fun and accomplishment in memorizing them and the challenge of sometimes leaving your comfort zone to discover a greater truth about yourself.

Taking the message to others

Inspiring poems that touch your heart can do the same for your friends and family – another example of the power of poetry.

In an age of email, texting and Facebook updates, inspirational poetry delivers a different kind of message to your friends. Like in the old days of telegrams, poems cut through the clutter of communication and get their point across in very few words.

When you share poetry, in the form of keepsake versions bound in illustrated books or professionally framed, you are showing how much you care, and offering a way to help others recognize the joy in their lives or cope with life’s darker moments.

A better life through inspiring poems

The large events that touch your life – births, graduations, weddings, even deaths – are all occasions for introspection. Imagine how poetry can complement these moments, and how valuable they can be when you return to them whenever your spirits need a lift.

Like trusted old friends, poems, stories and images enhance your life without you even realizing it. With every smile of relaxation or nod of recognition an inspiring poem brings, you have created a better life in a small but meaningful way.

Read inspiring poems, stories, affirmations and empowering messages from Visions in Verse eBook daily and transform your life into what you really want it to be.

Heartfelt Inspirational Poems, Stories in Verse and Quotes

Can poetry become a keepsake?

The answer speaks to the uplifting power of inspirational poetry and art – both the graphic and the written word.

We’ve probably all saved favorite poems or pieces of art over the years – they are part of our lives, and continue to bring us joy, solace, and inspiration. Maybe we don’t think of them as keepsakes as they spend their days at the bottom of a drawer or on the refrigerator door, but that’s the role they play.

Keepsakes don’t have to be material items like jewelry or furnishings from the past. They don’t have to be handed down to you from previous generations. You can establish your own set of keepsake treasures right now– inspirational art to enjoy now and share with others.

When I first got married many years ago, a friend gave me the gift of a short wedding verse within decorative art and presented in a handcrafted frame with easel back. Although it was not a personalized gift, I kept it in my china cabinet for decades and when I moved recently, it moved with me. What was more important was that every time I looked at this wonderful art poem associated with my wedding day, I remembered my dear friend and the thoughtfulness that went into selecting that gift. Even though that item would not sell for much, it became a lifetime keepsake treasure for me.

Giving Inspiration Art Poetry that Becomes a Keepsake Treasure

When you give a gift for special occasions like weddings, graduation and Mother’s Day, do you want your kindness and thoughtfulness to be remembered and associated with that gift always? Do you want that gift to end up in a yard sale or provide a lifetime of memories, inspirations and uplifting words that can change a life? Perhaps your gift is on a theme of loving relationships like Mother’s Day or friendship, spirituality and/or personal growth.

There’s something uniquely personal about pairing a meaningful poem with a piece of inspirational art. Together, the two deliver impact beyond what each would provide separately. Matching the poem with inspirational art involves examining the colors, textures and images you feel best complement the poem. Your choices in art speak as much about your feelings as your choice of poetry. Finally, you choose a frame that displays your vision the way you want it. You may choose a warm, traditional wooden frame or something more contemporary.  A rich, gold-tinted frame or a framed inspirational wall art print on canvas speaks to the idea that this is no mere piece of household décor.

Sharing your Keepsake

Having taken possession of your inspirational art keepsake treasure, you’ll want to put it on display for your home, or wrap it as a gift for a friend or loved one.

If you’re keeping the inspirational art for yourself, search for the right place in your home – perhaps the warmth and homey environment of the kitchen, the relaxed atmosphere of the den, or even in unexpected places like the powder room or computer room.

If you’re giving your gift away, you can consider a thoughtfully penned note to accompany it. Let the recipient know how this piece of art came to be – that each element was chosen with him or her in mind. This personal attention gives your gift even greater meaning.

Your own inspiration and emotion drive your choice of keepsake treasures that can create a lifetime of memories – it can build a bond of friendship and a loving relationship that goes beyond what words can say.

Unique Keepsake Art Poem Personalized Special Occasion and Friendship Gifts