Michelle von Quilich - San Diego Native

San Diego is considered one of top places to live in the country. One of the main reasons this city ranks at the top for places to reside is the amazing weather. It’s usually a comfortable 70 degrees whether it's winter, summer or spring. Other parts of the country can reach closer to 90 or even creep up in the 100's during the mid-summer months or dip into the 30's in the winter. In San Diego you can count on ditching your winter clothes for good, unless you like to wear them year round which some people do! :)

Looking to hear some great live music? Check out the Gas Lamp Quarter in downtown. It's a favorite among the locals and never disappoints.  People really like the fact that they can walk around and hear great music. Plus, there are some other great smaller local places around San Diego too.

For a fun daytime outing, try Belmont Park, which is located in Mission Beach. It features everything from amusement park rides to beachfront restaurants. If you like the idea of surfing but don't know how, jump on the FlowRider and FlowBarrel wave machines. I've heard that they are great ways for novice, intermediate and even advanced surfers to practice their skills.  When it comes time to get a bite to eat, grab lunch or dinner at one of several restaurants close by.

 Michelle von Quilich grew up in the San Diego area. She likes the fact that the city is so diverse and there are many things to do. She is a writer who loves to share her thoughts and experiences through her words on several sites.

Michelle von Quilich - Learning to Write Poetry

When someone learns to write poetry, they often need to find something meaningful to reflect upon. Most poetry is written from a place of emotion or when a person went through certain trials and tribulations. It's often easier to write regarding about a familiar subject instead of something that you don't know anything about. Once you find something to explore, tap into your emotions so your piece has a feel to it.

Another component that is important within poetry is the use of descriptive words. They are essential for your readers to understand what message you are trying to send. Using words like "Monumental" as opposed to "Huge", "Invincible" or "Unbreakable" rather than "Strong" can strengthen the conviction behind the poem. The words used in your poetry should be vivid enough to 'paint' a picture in your readers’ minds.

Now that you have the words, you need to bring them into some sort of rhyme or flow. It's important that your poem has its own identity and style. It helps to bring your ideas and words together which is what connecting with your audience is all about.

Michelle von Quilich is a writer who likes to put her words to paper, so to say. She writes poems, short stories, essays, blogs and is working on a book. She believes that great writing can be accomplished by reading the works of other famous writers. Michelle von Quilich feels that as a writer you never stop learning since it requires a continual state of growth.