"Poetry"

What comes to your mind when you hear the word Poetry? What do you interpret it as? Well...... as for me its not only a talent but i also think that poetry is a means of expressing oneself in a very unique way..... such as ones emotions, you own or others experiences, the way in which you view life, the world and art.  It is a passion towards writing creativly.  Poetry is wonderful! What do you veiw poetry as???????????