Pantoum

Echoes of the Lost Path. Content Warning.
In the labyrinth of life, we sometimes stray, Where familiar paths fade to shades of gray. Lost in the whispers of the winding way,
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
Odes to First Love. Content Warning.
In tender hours of youth's sweet haze, First love alights with gentle gaze. A whispered sigh, a trembling hand, In uncharted realms, we both stand.
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
Guiding Light: Ode to a Teacher. Content Warning.
In a room where minds ignite, A beacon stands, a guiding light. With wisdom's touch, and patience vast, A teacher's role, unsurpassed.
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
My Rendezvous with Life
My Rendezvous with Life The treacherous waters of existence hail in their stride, As the beauty of sailing against the winds uproars in its ride.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Poets
Disposable
Head in my hands Sifting through the sand Of ruined unplanned events Nowhere to vent A shoulder lent Is a shoulder lost
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Ode to the Rainbow. Content Warning.
In skies of blue, where dreams take flight, A rainbow blooms, a wondrous sight. With hues that dance and colors bright,
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
Whispers on Paper. Content Warning.
In parchment's embrace, a story unfurls, A letter, a vessel for heart's soft whirls. In ink's delicate dance, emotions abide,
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
Silent Solace. Content Warning.
In the hush of the cold, winter's breath, When the moon casts its silver sheath, The world seems to pause, in a quiet repose,
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets
how to write a haiku. Content Warning.
Haiku, a traditional form of Japanese poetry, has captivated readers around the world with its simplicity, elegance, and ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotions in just a few short lines. While haiku may appear deceptively simple, mastering this ancient art form requires careful attention to structure, language, and imagery. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the essential elements of haiku and provide step-by-step instructions on how to write your own haiku poems.
By JOSIAH NWOKO2 years ago in Poets
Poetry and Identity: Exploring Themes of Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Identity in Poetry.. Content Warning.
In the kaleidoscope of human experience, poetry serves as a mirror reflecting the multifaceted dimensions of identity – from race and gender to sexuality and beyond. Through the artful interplay of language, imagery, and emotion, poets explore the complexities of identity, shedding light on the diverse voices, perspectives, and lived experiences that shape our collective narrative. In this exploration of poetry and identity, we delve into the rich tapestry of verse, where the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, and identity converge to celebrate the beauty and diversity of the human spirit.
By JOSIAH NWOKO2 years ago in Poets
What Are You Passionate About?
Basics of Pantoum: Any length, composed of four-line stanzas in which each stanza's second and fourth lines serve as the next stanza's first and third lines. The last line of a pantoum is often the same as the first. The basic form of the pantoum is a quatrain with an abab rhyme scheme. Each line contains between eight and twelve syllables. (ab) has no immediate logical or narrative connection with the second pair of lines (ab). The pantoum is sung very slowly according to a fixed rhythm. Adapted from Bing or Goggle
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Poets
Echoes of Fatherhood. Content Warning.
In the quiet hours of dusk, he stands, A guardian strong, with weathered hands. His eyes, like beacons, guiding light,
By Ashiii2 years ago in Poets