Recent Commissions

It's been a great start to the year here at I Want A Poem. When I started back in 2007, I had no idea at all if this would work. But thanks to some very good friends who gave me the confidence to get out there, here I am. So I would first of all like to take the opportunity to say thank you to my wonderful clients. It has been a privilege to work with each and every one.

I have been lucky enough to work on a really diverse set of poems already this year; from a marriage proposal to an apology and a poem about baby cousins to go inside a scrapbook to an 'in memoriam' ode, for a funeral.

One of the poems I most enjoyed working on, was an Alice in Wonderland Style story that a gentleman commissioned for his girlfriend, as a romantic gift.

Another two touching poems were for Weddings. I was asked to write a poem for a Bride from her late Grandmother and another was again to a Bride, but from her youngest sister. I think it is little touches like this that the Bride will hopefully look back on and be moved, even years after she has tied the knot.

Christmas was also a popular time for getting engaged so many eager Brides to Be are already scouting out personalised wedding readings and thinking about how they can thank their loved ones for being a part of their big day.
Weddings are particuarly sentimental times anyway, but having some extra special words can truly add the edge.

I always knew that there had to be a poem for every occasion and it seems I was right. There are so many reasons to buy a poem. I wonder if you have an idea for poem? What do you like to hear or read?

Poems in 2010

I am looking forward to the challenges that the rest of the year will bring; you just never know what you'll be asked to write about next! Sometimes, it's nice to write poetry about matters really close to your heart, drawing on your own personal emotions but equally, it can be liberating to let your imagination run wild.
A poem can grow from the tiniest seed into something beautiful and unique.

If you would like to commission a poem,  perhaps for a wedding or any other occasion then please do visit http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk and fill the form, and I will be happy to help.

Working from home means you have to be on the ball in terms of your own motivation and organisation.
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I Want To Commission A Poem - how to order your poem - buy a poem

You can easily commission a poem for any occasion simply by visiting I Want A Poem. From there, you can submit your details to Amy, the poet, who work hard to ensure your message is conveyed with sentiment.

It's not always easy to find the right words to say, which is why I Want A Poem is here for you. Perhaps you have an idea of what you might like to say; with your idea and the help of a professional poet, your message will be a poetic masterpiece. Each poem, is crafted only using your details where possible, which makes this a truly unique gift.

Payment is due when you receive your completed poetry commission, by email.

Below are some of the reasons you might like to consider commissioning a personalised poem.

Wedding Poems
Anniversary Poems
Birthday Poems
Retirement Poems
Love Poems
Thank You Poems
In Memory Poems
Best Friend Poems
Poems For Children
Corporate Event Poems


Commission your poem today, by visiting http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk.

If you have an idea for a poem that you have not seen mentioned, please do contact Amy to discuss your requirements.

Funny Best Man Speech

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Most people have a favourite poem. I know, I myself, have several. Poems can evoke so many different memories that I even have a favourite poem for each occasion; each one means something to me. But sometimes I want something even closer to my chosen moment or occasion. And for those moments, only a truly personalised poem will do. 

 

I write personalised poetry for weddings, anniversarys, birthdays, funerals, retirements, births, engagements and all other special occasions; the full spectrum of life. In fact it doesn't even have to be a special occasion. Sometimes only words will do.

A personalised poem makes a great special gift.


Want A Poem?

Any special or memorable occasion
Will benefit from beautifully placed words.
But how do you go about finding the right message?
What's a fun way to make yourself heard?

Express yourself with a little poetic magic
And pen your loved ones a verse or a rhyme.
They will be so very touched by the effort
And the sentiment conveyed in each line.

For Congratulations, New babies or Retirement
Or for the birthday of your precious little one.
For Weddings, Anniversaries and for Christmas;
The list of reasons for a poem, goes on and on.

Your personalised poem will be cherished.
It's a fabulous and unique, special gift.
If you need help to write one, go to Google
And type in "I Want A Poem"  as your wish.

It will helpfully direct you to a website
That helps you say all that you want to say.
So, if you are looking for a personalised poem
Then please visit iwantapoem.co.uk

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

My School Book Club

Run by the same people who first brought you Red House Books, My School Book Club is a fabulous way to buy books for your little ones and also to benefit your child's school at the same time. 20% of each books value goes to your child's school so that they can then buy more brilliant, great quality books.


All of us at one time or another have had an experience with school books fairs. Either remembering them with pleasure from your own childhood, or less pleasurably going to one over the years since you became a parent.
Now I don't know about you, but a crowded school hall, at 3.30pm when you need to be in a million other places, is not my idea for a fun and relaxed buying experience.
Well My School Book Club lets you do the whole thing online, in the comfort of your own living room, at your own time.
And there is no pressure of having to turn up on the specific day in the 10 minute slot that 300 other parents eagerly turn up for. All year long, whatever you buy, the 20% is given to your child's school.
You get to make your selection from a vast choice of quality books at fabulous prices.
Win Win as far as I can see.

So if your child's school is not yet signed up to My School Book Club, I would highly recommend you suggest it to them!

On the Ning Nang Nong

On the Ning Nang Nong
Where the Cows go Bong!
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Valentine's Day Poems

Valentine's Day, celebrated on the 14th of February each year, is traditionally the day that you will secretly share your loving feelings for A.N.Other.
This could be done, simply by sending a card, signed with a question mark to add to the air of mystery; then it would be up to the recipient to try and guess.

But why not give them a little more than a question mark to go on? You could write your own love poem with clues to your identity, or even listing the reasons why you love them. It makes a great gift for a lady or a gentleman.

Of course you may not want to be anonymous and your poem for Valentine's Day could be a chance just to tell your love story, or to recall shared cherished memories or even hopes for the future of your relationship.

If you don't feel confident enough to write your own, then simply enlist the help of Amy at I Want A Poem and commission your very own personalised Valentine's Day Poem.

Your poem will be with you within 5 days in most cases, though at peak times such as Valentine's Day, you may want to allow a little more time. Why not order your personalised poem for your Valentine, today?

You simpley need to provide the details that you want to include; any message can be included.

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

So whatever you are planning for Valentine's Day, do it with love!

The X Factor Final

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Personalised Message From Santa

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Happy Birthday Mr Holmes

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You know when you have something on the tip of your tongue
And it slips out of your mouth, before you know what you've done
What a faux pas with the tweet that I sent,
As I shared my simplicity with FlutterFly Events.

I thought that you must have failed to see your name upon the cover
So I tweeted, not realising my mistake; That it was A. N. Other.
It's my own fault for not checking on what I had seen
And I just saw the word Flutter on the front of a magazine

I was ever so excited that I twittered with one of the names
And I think that we can safely say, it's a mistake I won't make again.
I won't forget your business name, even if I try
After all, you can't get better than the original Flutterfly!

So instead I feel it's time for a little poetic plug
For a company who creates innovative occasions filled with love.
If you need help to plan your wedding, your money will be well spent
By having a consultation with the Fabulous Flutterfly Events!

Please Mrs. Butler

Please Mrs Butler
This boy Derek Drew
Keeps copying my work, Miss.
What shall I do?

Go and sit in the hall, dear.
Go and sit in the sink.
Take your books on the roof, my lamb.
Do whatever you think.

Please Mrs Butler
This boy Derek Drew
Keeps taking my rubber, Miss.
What shall I do?

Keep it in you hand, dear.
Hide it up your vest.
Swallow it if you like, love.
Do what you think best.

Please Mrs Butler
This boy Derek Drew
Keeps calling me rude names, Miss.
What shall I do?

Lock yourself in the cupboard, dear.
Run away to sea.
Do whatever you can, my flower.
But don't ask me!

Well, today was a rather marvellous day. We had THE best birthday party ever!

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Commissioned for work in the Alps and the beautiful Italian Lakes,
Nikole Ramsay is renowned for the evocative photos she takes.
THE recommended photographer for London's finest Wedding Venues,
Her innovative portraits will truly capture the essence of you.

Her captures are natural and certain to please
With a warmth and sincerity that she displays with ease.
A lady of many skills, she is fantastically able;
Also the publisher of Jane Websters "At My French Table".

Qualified in her subject with a BA Degree
And a member of the finest societies of Photography
Nikole's lifestyle photography is the best that there could be
As she captures the love two people share and makes it clear for all to see.

Now it gives me great pleasure to be able to say
That I hope you've had a marvellously wonderful Birthday.
May this year see you achieve many more of your goals!
Many Happy Returns to you and Happy Birthday Nikole!


Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!

X Factor Week 8 Live Show Poem

Elton John/Take That Week

It's the 28th of November and I started to watch the X Factor late
As I'd been out doing my shopping, instead sitting at home for week 8.
Luckily, it is the week, that the show goes on and on;
I tuned in just as all five contestants has finished singing their first songs.

The details of the contestants song choices can now be found below
And so, without any further ado, let's get back to the show.
Lloyd was the first to sing his second piece; "I'm still standing" by Elton John
Followed swiftly by Danyl's rendition of the classic anthem, "Your Song".

At this point I should mention, and I have tried to resist,
We're lacking a little something; John and Edward are sadly missed!
I never thought I'd say that, but the time has actually come;
Own up, who elses agrees that the X Factor is lacking a little fun?

Anyway, the ad breaks are over, and back to the stage for our delight
Is the cheeky little Olly Murs with "Saturday Night's Alright".
Simon was very complimentary and the audience were chanting his name.
He really did come out fighting and he'll definitely survive to sing again!

Next Joe McElderry performed for us, a song that we have already heard.
He sang it at Cheryl's judges' home; Elton's "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word".
Louis said that he was born for this and in a rare moment all the judges came together;
They all agreed it was sensational and Simon said that it was his best song EVER!

The pride of Dagenham got to close the show with the stage lights burning bright,
She started sat on a Baby Grand, singing "Something About The Way You Look Tonight."
Simon was worried that all her songs sound the same and I wasn't overly impressed
So, we'll see if she makes it through tonight, as she is the only girl left.

But I love it when Dermot interviews her, as she sounds so dippy and sweet
And with that, the phone lines open for us to vote for our favourite this week.
Please feel free to comment, perhaps with who you think will have to go
And for now I'll say adieu to you, and see you again on Sunday for the results show.


Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!

X Factor Phone Numbers For Voting

Danyl 0901 61 611 01
Lloyd 0901 61 611 02
Olly 0901 61 611 03
Joe 0901 61 611 04
Stacey 0901 61 611 05


ELTON JOHN AND TAKE THAT WEEK

What the X Factor Contestants sang this week

Stacey
Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
Rule The World - Take That


Joe
Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word - Elton John
Could It Be Magic - Take That


Lloyd
I'm Still Standing - Elton John
Million Love Songs - Take That


Danyl
Your Song - Elton John
Relight My Fire - Take That


Olly
Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting) - Elton John
Love Ain't Here Anymore - Take That

Wedding Card Poems by I Want A Poem

Are you looking for a poem to go inside a Wedding Card? Have you been searching for the exact message you want to send and not finding anything that covers all you want to say? Do you need a Wedding Poem for a friend or family member?

Then look no further. Simply visit http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk and give a few details about your intended recipient(s) and Amy will write you a beautiful personalised wedding card poem.

This can be a wedding card for a Bride or Groom, to the Bride and Groom, for the Mother of the Bride/Groom, for the Father of The Groom/Bride or for any other member of the Bridal Party; Bridesmaids, Ushers etc.

A Wedding Card Poem is the perfect choice where only the best words will do!

You can decide the tone of your wedding poem. Maybe you are a Best Man, and you want to give the newlyweds a nice message but still want to put accross your cheeky persona; after all, that's why they love you, and that's why they asked you to do them the honour of being Best Man.
A humourous or funny wedding poem will let you do both.

Or perhaps you are going to the Wedding of one of your friends. As it is customary these days to request money as a gift, the giver can sometimes feel like they still want to give something a little more personal. A personalised wedding poem written beautifully in a card, along with the money gift, will let the Bride and Groom know that have still put some thought into their Wedding Gift, whilst still fulfilling the origianl brief.

Or maybe you are the Groom and you would like to surprise your Wife to be with a sentimental wedding poem on the morning of your wedding. You might not have seen your Bride since the day before, and you could perhaps arrange for one of the Bridesmaids or the Bride's Mother or Father to give her the card before she sets off to meet you at the wedding venue.
It's the little touches that mean the most.

Whatever you want from your wedding poem, Amy from I Want A Poem will work hard to ensure that your personalised creation conveys the message you want!

The Owl And The Pussycat

The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea
    In a beautiful pea green boat,
They took some honey, and plenty of money,
    Wrapped up in a five pound note.
The Owl looked up to the stars above,
    And sang to a small guitar,
'O lovely Pussy! O Pussy my love,
      What a beautiful Pussy you are,
          You are,
          You are!
What a beautiful Pussy you are!'

Pussy said to the Owl, 'You elegant fowl!
    How charmingly sweet you sing!
O let us be married! too long we have tarried:
    But what shall we do for a ring?'
They sailed away, for a year and a day,
    To the land where the Bong-tree grows
And there in a wood a Piggy-wig stood
    With a ring at the end of his nose,
          His nose,
          His nose,
With a ring at the end of his nose.

'Dear pig, are you willing to sell for one shilling
    Your ring?' Said the Piggy, 'I will.'
So they took it away, and were married next day
    By the Turkey who lives on the hill.
They dined on mince, and slices of quince,
    Which they ate with a runcible spoon;
And hand in hand, on the edge of the sand,
    They danced by the light of the moon,
          The moon,
          The moon,
They danced by the light of the moon.

The Owl and The Pussycat was written by Edward Lear.

It is a traditional poem that most of us grew up with! It also makes a beautiful Wedding Reading or Naming Ceremony Poem.

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A Wedding Gift Poem is the modern alternative to the traditional gift list.

With a credit crunch in full force, there has never been a better time to decide that the Wedding Gifts you receive should be useful and give great value for money to whoever is gifting you.
Also, because people are living together before they get married, a lot of the household gifts you would traditionally buy for a Wedding will have been bought long ago. And who want four toasters?

So although it was frowned upon many years ago, nowadays, Brides and Grooms are asking for cash gifts.
This can be used in many more useful ways which you can of course include in your Wedding Gift Poem. Say for example, you really needed a new bathroom installing; Ask for money to put towards it.
Guests truly would rather their gift was appreciated! And this way, everyone is happy.

So if you are struggling to compose your own Wedding Gift Poem, then why not leave it to Amy at www.iwantapoem.co.uk.

Sunday Night means a new X Factor Results show
With performances from Mariah and the world class SuBo.
I really can't call who'll be going tonight
But perhaps at last the public might get it right.

Who will now fade into oblivion and who will we remember
As we find out the X Factor Results on the 22nd of November.
Stacey is the first act to go through to next week
Followed by Joe, our tasty North-Eastern treat.

The third act returning, is Danyl the Diva
Followed by Lloyd! So will Olly or Jedward be the leaver?
Could this be the moment that the X Factor is waiting for?
Is it time for the Grimes Twins to head out of the door?

John and Edward took the first "singing for survival" spot
And perhaps aptly sang lyrics saying "I can't be what I'm not".
They looked rather dejected; Perhaps they sense it's their time.
But who's to say other peoples opinions mirror those of mine.

Olly took to the stage, with a beautiful sounding track
Before, over to the judges, we are swiftly handed back.
Simon and Cheryl voted to saved Olly
Louis voted Jedward, and he wasn't sorry.

Danni asked the audience before she made her choice
She asked if it was a singing competition, to be judged on voice.
At last John and Edward are out of the show
And onto the talent competition the last 5 acts can go!

It's been a blast for them, and I'm sure a career begins
As a televisual presence beckons for the country's most well known Twins.
So our thoughts should be with Jedward as the two of them commiserate
And with Louis out of the X Factor, it's onwards to week 8!



Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!

X Factor Live Show Week 7

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Saundra, I hope you're having a day to remember
As you celebrate your birthday on the 16th of November.
I hope you will achieve all of your dreams over the coming year
As a Wife and Mother, Social Addict and Supreme Event Engineer.

An avid writer and communicator, you're always in the know;
Full of great advice and tips, to help your network grow.
A sales and advertising coach, you're at the top of your game
And you're also featured on FOX 7, as a Wedding Planning household name.

Making use of humor combined with straight-forward talk,
Your sound advice and knowledge, helps Brides to walk the walk.
You're brim full of confidence and destined to inspire
And your name truly is a buzz word along the Bridal Wire.

So Happy Birthday to you, with cards and gifts galore
I hope this will be your finest year, bringing you all you want and more.
Enjoy your special day with all your friends and family together.
With love all the way from England, to Saudra at Planning Forever!


Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!

Another Sunday Evening, who will sing for the right to survive;
The one remaining girl or group, or one of Simon's over 25's?
Perhaps one of the boys from Cheryl Cole's team?
For one of the acts, here end the X Factor Dream.

All of the contestants showed us how good as a group they can be
Giving us a great rendition of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody.
Then a performance from Shakira and the X Factor Charity Song too
And finally we get to find out, who'd in the bottom two.

Delicious Dermot then announces the acts who go through;
Joe McElderry followed by Danyl, and then Stacey!(oh phew)
The fourth act to be chosen was Olly and he had much glee
And the final act returning are the Twins and Louis.

That leaves Lloyd and Jamie to sing for the crowd.
They both want to go through, but only one is allowed.
At this point, I can't call who will be leaving the X Factor tonight;
I won't even bother guessing, as I never get it right!

So the act that managed, the chop, to avoid
Rather surprisingly was lovely little Lloyd.
So on towards next weeks X Factor Live Show
And sadly we say goodbye to Jamie the Afro.


Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!

X Factor Live Shows WEEK 6 - Phone Numbers At The Bottom Of This Page

The next stop on this journey towards the X Factor Dream
Is a fab Saturday Night programme, dedicated to Queen.
Just seven acts remaining and there's everything to win
And so, without any further ado, let the show begin!

Before we get down to the talent, we have something  of shock
As Simon Cowell delicately explains, why last week he went to deadlock.
He said that he trusted the public and he knew we would make the right call
Ultimately, he talked his way out of it and ultimately, he can't please us all.

First on the stage is Jamie Archer, with Radio GaGa as his song;
A fabulous Queen rock anthem, but Louis said that it was all wrong.
Cheryl commented on his Afro but said he kicked the show off well;
Will he sail through again this week? Only time will tell.

Next a Little Thing Called Love, or should that be a boy called Lloyd
His cuteness and his cheeky charm are things you can't avoid.
The audience were screaming and he seemed to have a blast;
Lloyd Daniels from Team Cheryl has come into his own at last.

Olly Murs then told us all not to stop him now.
He is the best performer and that really was a WOW!
He was likened to Robbie Williams after he well executed his plans
Even managing to entertain us all with a bit of a dodgy hand!

Back to Team Cheryl as we get on with the show
Somebody To Love is performed for us, by the lovely little Joe.
Cheryl said of his vocal rollercoaster, that he sang it to a T;
Simon said he'd be safe this week and I think that I'd agree.

After the deadlock last week, this act caused a lot rage
They showed they were Under Pressure as Jedward fell onto stage.
It was fairly entertaining, I think you will agree....well maybe
But only because they mixed it up with a hint of Ice Ice Baby!

Stacey Solomon then performed, singing Who Wants To Live Forever;
Far removed from her ditzy self, she really held it together.
Each note that emerged from inside her was crisp and clear and bright
And Simon Cowell even said it was the best performance of the night.

We Are The Champions is the last song of the show
With the fabulous Danyl Johnson getting into the Queen Week flow.
Danni Minogue said that this had been his best performance yet
And even Louis and Simon gave him the nicest feedback he could get.

So which acts should stay and which acts should now end
Get on the phones, as on your votes, the results depends.
Who do you want to see return to the X Factor Stage?
The phone numbers needed for voting are at the bottom of this page.

Copyright © Amy - I Want A Poem

http://www.iwantapoem.co.uk

Personalised Poems for All Occasions!


X Factor Telephone Numbers For Voting
Jamie Archer 0901 61 611 01
Radio Gaga

Lloyd Daniels0901 61 611 02
Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Olly Murs 0901 61 611 03
Don't Stop Me Now

Joe McElderry 0901 61 611 04
Somebody To Love
 
John and Edward 0901 61 611 05
Under Pressure / Ice ice baby

Stacey Solomon 0901 61 611 06
Who Wants To Live Forever

Danyl Johnson 0901 61 611 07
We Are The Champions