Congrats to @John Ryan for passing his final exam! Here is a poem I wrote while attending @John Ryan 's workshop. Jack: Pierce me open, Yank out my guts, Scrape my intestines, roast my seeds, Carve me a smile, Set a fire in me make me watch on your coffee table as the mouth you gave me curls rotting into myself. I hear the cracking of my seeds as you enjoy me with salt I smell myself, an aroma from your pie, your muffins, your candles How you rid of my whole but keep my parts. Remember poets! Once you're ready for your final workshop, post it here in the community so others here can attend!

For those who are ready for your final exam workshops, feel free to post details here in the community tab! We can participate in each other's workshops and that will help us see others model their lesson plans, what to expect when it's YOUR turn, and get the number of participants you need!

Hi everyone, You're welcome to attend. So far I have about 15 participants from India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the US, and African countries. Hopefully at least 3 will officially show up! Poetry and the Environment A Free Online Introductory Writing Workshop Facilitated by John Charles Ryan in Collaboration with BMU Academy, New York 02 November 2022, 11am–12pm EST NY (8.30pm–9.30pm IST India) The aim of the workshop is to introduce participants to nature poetry through enjoyable writing exercises designed to encourage appreciation of the environment. All are welcome. No prior writing experience is necessary. Certificates of completion from the facilitator will be available on request. To register, please email: floracultures2020@gmail.com

#Know Your Organizations This is a great exercise. Sergio, in your experience, are organizations shifting back mostly to in-person events? Or are there still opportunities for virtual teaching?

#Career Description Yes, conveying that passion for poetry is so important. Perhaps even more important than the actual content of the poetry lessons.