Roses are red... Well, they are! But why do I feel like a "WUS" when I sit down to write a poem to a lady-friend of mine? Why am I self conscious of what she might think of me for being a guy that writes poems? Aren't a bunch of great poets in history MEN? Are other men worried about the same thing? How do you feel about this subject? How does this subject relate to the beauty inside of us?

If writing poetry comes naturally to you and you think the lady in question will appreciate it then just do it!

If you're doing it just because you think it will be a romantic gesture but it's not really you then find another way to express yourself that you are more comfortable with.

Anything that's genuine and heart felt is surely a good gesture/gift?

GO for IT! DO it for those Guys who can't Write poetry.

Quoting: Originally posted by rrhodes Roses are red... Well, they are! But why do I feel like a "WUS" when I sit down to write a poem to a lady-friend of mine? Why am I self conscious of what she might think of me for being a guy that writes poems? Aren't a bunch of great poets in history MEN? Are other men worried about the same thing? How do you feel about this subject? How does this subject relate to the beauty inside of us?

The sensitivity of a man that has the imaginati  more...

Quoting: Originally posted by rrhodes Roses are red... Well, they are! But why do I feel like a "WUS" when I sit down to write a poem to a lady-friend of mine? Why am I self conscious of what she might think of me for being a guy that writes poems? Aren't a bunch of great poets in history MEN? Are other men worried about the same thing? How do you feel about this subject? How does this subject relate to the beauty inside of us?

The sensitivity of a man that has the imagination, the ability and the confidence to write poetry is a testament to all men to dig deep and show yourself to the world.

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I think it's a wonderful idea for anyone to write poetry, short stories, prose, thoughts - anything. Go for it as it shows your creative and communicative side. I am the first to admit that I am not nearly as appreciative as I should be but I do realize the effort and outpouring of one's thoughts and emotions.