To my H.S. English Teacher 
(I know he's turning in his grave)

I AM A POET
It can not be denied
inspiration is my guide
uninhibited by rules
words are my tools

unencumbered by dashes
no need for slashes
dont have to rime
just take my time
the pictures i paint
are not for the faint

I before E, means nuttin 2 me
2 b a poet, u gotta b free
comma,period & apostrophe
are such a bore to me
has nothing to do with poetry

words are all a poet needs 
to inspire
that along with creative fire
so you may not like my tone
but the rules I set are my own

Toast my victory
I'm making History