I grew up in Spain where superstitious people share myths passed on by folks. My mother believed birds were omen of death.

SIJO poem is a traditional Korean poetic form related to haiku and tanka. Traditionally, a Sijo is comprised of 44-46 syllables OR LESS. Originally intended as songs, sijo can be romantic, metaphysical, reflection, or spiritual themes. Whatever the subject, the first line introduces an idea or story, the second supply a "turn," and the third provides closure. The pattern is not strict but it has to be 46 syllables o less. Theme 3,4,4,4 = 1st stanza/Elaboration 3,4,4,4 = 2nd stanza/Counter Theme 3,5. 3rd stanza/Completion 4,3 = 4th stanza Sijo Form Definition

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Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." Atticus

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