Poetry is defined in the dictionary as "words that have rhyme or beat, or anything that isn't prose." It should also mention the fact that poetry is the most powerful writing style known to man. Whether one considers oneself a lover of poetry or not, poetry has an extensive presence in the daily lives of people of all ages, races and genders. Poetry is a language that every person at every age and stage of their life can understand. It is present in our lives as a relaxing activity, in the form of an advertisement, and as a mode of stirring emotions.
             As soon as a baby cries his first tears, his parents will sing him a lullaby to soothe his distress. Even though the words have no meaning to such a young child, the rhythm of a rhyme or lullaby is familiar and soothing. The lives of every person are filled with rhythms, with the heart beat, the breathing, the passage of days and nights. All of these are steady and reliable, like the gentle lilt of a lullaby, which is what gives a lullaby its calming affect. Poetry has the power to change a person's mood. As one grows older, he is introduced to different types of poetry, as well as more and more complex poetry. In childhood, for example, Mother Goose and her ensemble of nursery rhymes are the poetry genre of choice.
             Another form of poetry is music, a form that captivates all people throughout their lives. Music brings poetry to life, giving it another dimension to enhance the power of the words. It has the power to stir in the listener deep feelings, from melancholy sadness to buoyant happiness.
             Poetry is also present in people's lives as a way of forcing people to retain the information given to them. One of the most effective tools in advertisement, for example, is to present a slogan so that people will remember the product. An example is the slogan for "AT&T":"C-A-L-L-A-T-T." It is easy for the public to remember because of its regular rhythm.
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