Goldberg readings.

I actually like syntax. When I first began to read it, I thought it was going to be boring, but then more I read it the more I liked it. It is all about not making much sense and holding back the urge to make sense in some writing situations. Sometimes when you are stressed and don't know where to start in writing, I would try this exercise that Syntax suggests. Taking a few sentences and just mixing the words up to where they dont make sense, in a way it might actually spark something.
I have read Dont Tell, But Show several times, and this is my absolute favorite reading. It brings me back to my childhood and growing up. My father always told me "dont tell me, show me" and therefore I always grew up believing that if you wanted something instead of telling people you showed them. This is definitely one of my personal favorites. I also just like the way that it is organized as well as written. It has alot of meaning in it which is basically the point but it almost speaks to you, rather than you reading it.
Be specific, I believe would be something good to revert back to when you are having trouble elaborating in a writing and/or poem. Thinking is not just as simple as thinking, and writing is not just writing. When you think and write, it should be broad and specific. This reading goes hand in hand with imagery. If you only say, "that tree in the yard looks nice", it does not speak to the reader or get intact with the readers mind. Whereas if you would write, "the maple oaks lined the yard like football players in a scrimmage", not a great example but it is more elaborative.