By Debra White
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For every day/date of the NaPoWriMo poetry challenge, I will take the corresponding word from the list and write a poem inspired by the word. I will then post the poem into this book. Sounds simple, right?! Ask me at the end of April!
Please stick with me - I need the encouragement! I hope that you enjoy reading my poetry. Rispetto - An Italian form of poetry. A complete poem of two rhymed quatrains with strict meter. The meter is usually iambic tetrameter with a rhyme scheme of 'abab ccdd' (shadow poetry.com). I have written my Rispetto with the rhyme scheme reversed. |
By Debra White
The future holds a thousand firsts
for you; first smile, first word, first tooth,
first wobbly step... Then, just like that;
first day at school, first flush of youth.
First dates, first love, first broken heart,
first job, first home, first drunk tattoo.
Of all my firsts, I treasure most
my answered prayer - My firstborn. You.
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For my firstborn, Ben.
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By Debra White
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The Joseph's Star is written according to syllable counts. Syllables are 1/3/5/7/7/5/ 3/1. The poem may be written on any subject, be centre aligned, unrhymed, with no stanza limit. It should have complete statements in each stanza. [Aim for smooth flow.] - Description of form taken from Potlatch Club event for this week.
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By Debra White
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I have always loved this game!
Hide-and-seek is an old and popular children's game in which one player closes his or her eyes for a brief period (often counting to 100) while the other players hide. The seeker then opens his eyes and tries to find the hiders; the first one found is the next seeker, and the last is the winner of the round. (britannica.com) I have always played the following variation of the game - When the seeker shouts out 'Ready or not' and begins to search, the hiders have the option to run back to base before the seeker spots them. If they are successful, they get to hide again in the next round. A Cube16 Poem (Created by Robert Zimmerman, a FanStory member) Consists of 4 stanzas (64 syllables/4 syllables per line). Cubes can be stacked to write longer works. Each line has 4 syllables. Each stanza has four lines. Each CUBE has 4 stanzas. Each stanza rhymes (abcb) and is in iambic meter. Image courtesy of dreamstime.com |
By Debra White
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I very nearly didn't write a poem today. I've been too excited!
It's my birthday and I've had the best day :) My husband and kids have spoiled me rotten, we went for a lovely long walk in the sunshine, had an Indian take out from our favourite restaurant, and I've spent some precious time with my parents who I haven't seen since before Christmas! I'm a tired but happy lady :) The Joseph's Star is written according to syllable counts. Syllables are 1/3/5/7/7/5/ 3/1. The poem may be written on any subject, be centre aligned, unrhymed, with no stanza limit. It should have complete statements in each stanza. [Aim for smooth flow.] - Description of form taken from Potlatch Club event for this week. Image courtesy of Google. |
By Debra White
gravy oozes messily
over ill-fitting
slightly burnt crust
like tarnished gold
beauty
is hidden
but we know
its value
and we know
how much love
this offering
represents
mum made pie -
just because
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Actions often speak louder than words.
Pie is the ultimate in comfort food - When my mum used to make home made pie, we knew it was because she wanted to lavish us with love. The time and effort put into it is a labour of love. Image - turkey and gravy pie, made by me, for tonight's dinner... it was necessary! |
By Debra White
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Oh, to use the bathroom in peace!
t'other (pronounced 'tuther') - the other In my part of the UK (Yorkshire), our local dialect is quite broad and we often miss out bits of words that we shouldn't! Image courtesy of google. |
By Debra White
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All true! I love it now :)
Lay claim - demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to. Image courtesy of Google. |
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refrain from sharing
delicious little secrets -
they repeat on you
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the safest secret
is the one kept to yourself -
carry your own weight
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dark dirty secrets
simmer on the back burner -
voices in your head
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By Debra White
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Transfiguration - a complete change of form or appearance into a more beautiful or spiritual state.
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By Debra White
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By Debra White
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Katie21 - a free verse poem of just 21 words.
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By Debra White
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I actually love science, but I was never very gifted at any of those subjects at school!
A Rhymed Whitney - a rhymed poem of seven lines with the syllable count 3/4/3/4/3/4/7 Image courtesy of Google |
By Debra White
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Home is where the heart is :)
Rispetto - An Italian form of poetry. A complete poem of two rhymed quatrains with strict meter. The meter is usually iambic tetrameter with a rhyme scheme of 'abab ccdd' (shadow poetry.com). Image courtesy of Google |
By Debra White
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I just couldn't bring myself to write a sad poem today...
'The List' - Prologue for my NaPoWriMo 2021 book, which also doubles as the contents page. abundantly - in large quantities; plentifully. Image courtesy of dreamstime.com |
By Debra White
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As I am British, I spell 'colour' with the 'u' ;)
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By Debra White
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I was unsure as to the requirements of the cinquain form. I did a little googling, came across many varied tutorials and chose one to follow. The requirements are:
1. Line one begins with one vague or general one-word topic. 2. Line two includes two vivid/colourful adjectives. - I DIDN'T MANAGE THIS!! 3. Line three includes three -ing ending action words that fit the topic. 4. Line four is a four word phrase that captures the feel of the topic. 5. Line five is one word that is specific to the topic you chose in line one. Image courtesy of Google |
By Debra White
fine dining
is delightful
a culinary adventure
sometimes
though
a juicy burger is
the only thing
that
hits the spot
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Literature - works of poetry and prose that are especially well written. (Wikipedia)
Hands up, I am a little bit partial to chick lit, much of which is well written! Nothing beats a burger when hunger strikes ;) Image courtesy of google |
By Debra White
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When I first joined FanStory, I had no idea how much heart, soul and hard work went into writing poetry. I honestly thought it was all about the rhyme!
* THIS NONET IS WRITTEN IN REVERSE ORDER!* A nonet is a nine line poem. The first line containing nine syllables, the next line has eight syllables, the next line has seven syllables. That continues until the last line (the ninth line) which has one syllable. Nonets can be written about any subject. Rhyming is optional. (Poetry Dances) Image courtesy of Google. |
By Debra White
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All true, I'm afraid... Not one of my finest moments!
state: a condition of being Image courtesy of Google |
By Debra White
I got a new job
with twenty five four year olds -
Baptism of fire!
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Strictly speaking, it's not a new job, it's in the same school I've worked for the last couple of years and I'm covering for a colleague who is currently off work.
Working with four year olds is a whole different ball game to working with nine year olds... I'm loving every moment, but after just two weeks, I'm exhausted! Baptism of fire: A difficult introduction to a new job or activity. Image courtesy of simply cake.blogspot.com |
By Debra White
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We abuse our beautiful planet in so many ways. We need to stop now, and make changes before the damage is irreparable.
A Peppered Pickle (Created by Dolly's Poems) : Pick a subject for the first word which should be one syllable only. Describe your thoughts about the word in four lines using the rhyming format below with internal rhyming. Then the closing couplet should conclude thoughts on the subject. Seven lines, written in iambic tetrameter. a, x x x x x x x b x x x b x x x c x a x x x x x b (I missed the end rhyme in this line) x x x x x x x c x x x x x x x d x x x x x x x d Image courtesy of judybanfield.com |
By Debra White
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Selfish - Devoted to, or caring for only oneself (dictionary.com)
'I'm alright, Jack' - The notion of self-centred complacency. Being satisfied, or happy with one's circumstances and thus unconcerned with anyone else's. (idioms.thefreedictionary.com) Image courtesy of Google |
By Debra White
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I was unsure as to the requirements of the cinquain form. I did a little googling, came across many varied tutorials and chose one to follow. The requirements are:
1. Line one begins with one vague or general one-word topic. 2. Line two includes two vivid/colourful adjectives. 3. Line three includes three -ing ending action words that fit the topic. 4. Line four is a four word phrase that captures the feel of the topic. 5. Line five is one word that is specific to the topic you chose in line one. Nouveau - newly arrived or developed (merriam-webster.com) Innovation - 1. a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation. 2. the creation of something in the mind. 3. the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new. (RhymeZone) Image courtesy of Bing |
By Debra White
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I think every one of us has been guilty of making assumptions at some time or another. Sometimes assumptions can be correct, but they're most often not.
The lune is also known as the American Haiku. It was first created by the poet Robert Kelly and was a result of Kelly's frustration with English haiku. After much experimentation, he settled on a 13-syllable, self-contained poem that has 5 syllables in the first line, 3 syllables in the second line and 5 syllable in the final line. Unlike haiku, there are no other rules. No need for a cutting word. Rhymes are fine; subject matter is open. While there are less syllables to use, this form has a little more freedom. (writers digest.com) Image courtesy of Bing Thank you for reviewing for such a measly payout - I'm fresh out of funny money and can't afford to promote this one! |
By Debra White
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Getting lost in a novel can often be the greatest escape!
Further to my previous cinquain poems where I used a format I found online, I have written this cinquain poem to the format detailed on Poetry Dances - A Cinquain is a poem of only five lines. Each line follows a specific pattern. The traditional cinquain, as developed by Adelaide Crapsey, has five lines and a strict structure based on syllable count. Line 1: Two syllables Line 2: Four syllables Line 3: Six syllables Line 4: Eight syllables Line 5: Two syllables Image courtesy of Bing |
By Debra White
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Written unapologetically from my own point of view.
Perhaps I've been living in a protected bubble my whole life, but the concept of hate is alien to me. I believe that life is too short to waste it on feeding such a negative feeling. Image courtesy of Shutterstock.com |
By Debra White
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Not so recent history - I've been happily married to Mr White for almost 20 years now. My true (and very, very abridged) story!
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By Debra White
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By Debra White
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Just some thoughts... Life is a gift - don't waste it.
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By Debra White
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For Ben, Katie and Rebecca - our precious girls and darling boy.
Where did the last 16 years go?! The photo is of me and them, taken by my husband last winter. This is the last poem in my NaPoWriMo 2021 book. I would like to say a big THANK YOU to all of you that have read, left feedback and given me encouragement and support with the challenge. I appreciate you all :) xx |
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