The Education of a Poet

I can't even begin to count the number of times I've done this or just settled for watching TV or going to bed. Usually it's more because I don't focus and immerse myself in the grueling process of bringing an idea into physical existence. Perseverance is where I need extensive instruction.

"The Education of a Poet" by Leslie Monsour

Her pencil poised, she's ready to create,
Then listens to her mind's perverse debate
On whether what she does serves any use;
And that is all she needs for an excuse
To spend all afternoon and half the night
Enjoying poems other people write.