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by Dave
Rated: 18+ · Book · Writing · #1236257
A log of the magnificent journey across the vast sea of my imagination.
A sig awarded for winning "The Anything Goes Poetry Contest"

A log of our magnificent journey.

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April 22, 2023 at 6:30pm
April 22, 2023 at 6:30pm
#1048622
A mother cries
when precious son departs for war.

A mother cries
and will forever agonize
when Army rep knocks on her door.

The grieving shakes her to the core,
so mother cries.


Notes on the Rondelet form of poetry
April 3, 2023 at 5:34pm
April 3, 2023 at 5:34pm
#1047437
The earth becomes a canvas for Mother Nature's art
         when Heaven pours its bounty upon the ground
and then brushes flower garden with lots of sunshine,
         'til sprouts of daffodils and pansies abound.

She paints my yard in vibrant green, gold, and magenta,
         bejeweled with resplendent morning dew drops,
viewed with wonder from my perch in back porch rocking chair
         while savoring scrumptious cherry lollipops.


Notes on the Doha form of poetry
March 10, 2023 at 5:58pm
March 10, 2023 at 5:58pm
#1046196
When Little John, the leprechaun,
published his mystery novel
regarding forest episodes,
he became a celebrity.

Folks all gathered at the tavern
with Little John, the leprechaun,
retelling all the tales he wrote
about the pot of gold and such.

Community citizens praised
his civic generosity,
when Little John, the leprechaun,
shared his royalties with the town.

Because of all that has happened,
every youngster of his clan
wishes they could be as famous
as Little John, the leprechaun.


Notes on the Quatern form of poetry
March 7, 2023 at 5:10pm
March 7, 2023 at 5:10pm
#1046056
Family secrets
remained hidden in old box
on top closet shelf,

until Mama passed away
without any forewarning.

We found treasures there,
but those late discoveries
did not ease the pain.


Notes on the Oriental Octet form of poetry
March 6, 2023 at 10:05am
March 6, 2023 at 10:05am
#1046019
Quiet descends
around the crowd
gathered to bid farewell
to another soldier.

They stand motionless
while chaplain says his piece
and bugler begins
the final salute.
March 6, 2023 at 9:45am
March 6, 2023 at 9:45am
#1046015
Sleep
deprived
poets keep
schedule contrived
to find time to write,
anytime, anywhere--
in the middle of the night
while lounging in their underwear.


Notes on the Eight-ette form of poetry
February 2, 2023 at 2:08pm
February 2, 2023 at 2:08pm
#1044081
Open the door today,
and let the sun shine in
with big ol' toothy grin
to chase the dark away.

Open your heart today,
and let the love shine in,
so the joy can begin
before you're old and gray.
January 14, 2023 at 2:43pm
January 14, 2023 at 2:43pm
#1043132
My uncle Jeb went overseas
to fight against Vietnamese,
where battle pitch was amplified
when outside influences tried
to turn the conflict on its side.
Beware the spider's tangled trap,
or you will be one sorry chap.

Our brave young soldiers could not hide
from Agent Orange herbicide,
which spread upon the summer breeze
and later caused severe disease
for those engaged with enemies.
Beware the spider's tangled trap,
or you will be one sorry chap.


Notes on the Sevenelle form of poetry
January 2, 2023 at 3:19pm
January 2, 2023 at 3:19pm
#1042530
I wander down a gravel path
in shade of mighty oaks
beside a winding mountain stream,
away from bustling city streets.

I sooth my soul in spirit's bath
among the forest folks
in squirrel's and rabbit's regime--
one of Mother Nature's finest treats.
December 30, 2022 at 11:33pm
December 30, 2022 at 11:33pm
#1042380
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