It's day seven of National Poetry Writing Month, and judging by the contents of this blog, it would appear that I am running behind. But, really, I'm not. I've written at least one poem every day this month, but I haven't been posting them. I don't feel that many of them are worthy. Compared with … Continue reading NaPoWriMo Day Seven
Cinquain
Battle-weary
I'm extremely late in posting my poem for NaPoWriMo. After working all day, I rushed home to take my dog to her appointment at the veterinarian. Nothing major - just a routine annual visit. Well, routine for me. Not so much for Tasha, who loathes the vet's office. After having a couple of vaccinations and … Continue reading Battle-weary
National Poetry Writing Month
The day is almost over, but there's still time to post a poem. I would hate to miss Day One of National Poetry Writing Month, after all. Today, I decided to experiment with the Cinquain form of poetry. These two poems can be read separately, or together. Seasons Change Cold wind Sweeping away Last season’s … Continue reading National Poetry Writing Month
NaPoWriMo: Cinquains
NaPoWriMo rolls on, but the words were not rolling off my pen (or keyboard) today. I had a very difficult time writing something for today's post. I wrote a heartfelt poem earlier today which I might polish up and publish later. It's too close to my heart to post until I feel like it's ready. … Continue reading NaPoWriMo: Cinquains