ENG 112 NSU Where Im from Personal Poem Project
. Brainstorm
List specific details related to your life. The key is to make this exercise as specific and personal as possible. Use nicknames or words that only you or your family use. Use items and places that are specific to your life, memories, and experiences. Don’t worry about readers not knowing what you’re talking about. This is own your personal poem. When you put it all together, you will see that it conveys a deep sense about you. Some details you might consider are:
Parents and relatives
Food and meals
Family games or activities
Songs
Children’s stories, books, or poetry you still remember
Family sayings that were often repeated
Great advice you received from older family members
Ordinary household items
Traditions or family traits
Religious experiences or symbols
Accidents or traumatic experiences
Joys and losses