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Jan 26 04, 04:18
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Say Boys and Girls and all you Grown Kids, too! Anyone wanna play with me?
I mean,
we learned what a tetractys is a few weeks ago and several of us tried them. Now I have an idea I hope will catch on:
A Tetractys Train! or Interactive Tetractys
Here's how it would work: I'll write a single or double tet, the next person begins their tet with the last word of mine, the next person begins theirs with the end word on that one, etc. They do NOT have to be on the same subject, but they CAN be if you wish. It's all up to YOU! Whattaya think? Shall we give it a go?
Remember the rules of tets: First line: 1 syllable Second line: 2 syllables Third line: 3 syllables Forth line: 4 syllables Fifth line: 10 syllables
If you want to write a double it goes like this: 1,2,3,4,10,10,4,3,2,1. Every line must be as self-contained as possible not relying on the next line to make its point.
Here comes my first one: (Uh-oh, it feels like a serious one is coming .... here it comes ............ yess ............ it's coming ......... almost here .......... and yeppers ..... it's a serious one, but that's OK, right?)
Love a word that is thrown around by men and women alike. Some people have no deeper conviction of that term than ants ... while this great word means so much to some folks.If you'd like to play, the next single or double tetractys will begin with the word: Folks I know, mine was done hurridly and didn't come out so well, but I bet you'll do it better! I'm looking forward to what everyone does with this idea! C'mon, let's PLAY! Always trying to learn, Athena-type-Dolly
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Jan 26 04, 18:06
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Folks, know this: as designed, with tetractys each line is essentially self-contained in that it should add a separate thought, part of the all, yet distinct, standing whole
© Daniel J Ricketts 26 Jan 2004
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Jan 26 04, 20:27
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What a great idea!
I'll be back myself with something (but may be a few days)...
Thanks and HUGS!!!! ~Cleo
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Jan 26 04, 20:37
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Whole, or part, images are reflections that lead us to wondrous discoveries... Travel the mind in color; feel journeys through sensory imprints of musing thoughts.
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Jan 26 04, 23:35
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QUOTE (Just Daniel @ Jan. 26 2004, 15:06) Folks, know this: as designed, with tetractys each line is essentially self-contained in that it should add a separate thought, part of the all, yet distinct, standing whole
© Daniel J Ricketts 26 Jan 2004 Excellent reminder, Daniel, and written in a tetractys is GREAT! Thanks for your marvelous participation. I'm going to push myself to write another one tonight.
Look forward to your next one, Daniel,
Always trying to learn,
Dolly
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Jan 26 04, 23:43
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QUOTE (Cleo_Serapis @ Jan. 26 2004, 17:37) Whole, or part, images are reflections that lead us to wondrous discoveries... Travel the mind in color; feel journeys through sensory imprints of musing thoughts.
Heyyy Lori!
Didn't think you'd get time for this and so delighted you did! What a neat tet you've created from Daniel's tet's last word, "whole". Let's see if we can actually do at least one tetractys per day for either 15 days or 30, you choose. Then, both of you please let me know how many days you're pledging for.
Always trying to learn, :speechless:
Hugs, Dolly
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Jan 27 04, 01:58
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QUOTE Love a word that is thrown around by men and women alike. Some people have no deeper conviction of that term than ants ... while this great word means so much to some folks.
© D. Harris Jan 2004
Folks, know this: as designed, with tetractys each line is essentially self-contained in that it should add a separate thought, part of the all, yet distinct, standing whole
© Daniel J Ricketts 26 Jan 2004
Whole, or part, images are reflections that lead us to wondrous discoveries... Travel the mind in color; feel journeys through sensory imprints of musing thoughts © Lori Kanter
Thoughts like rain keep coming if you want them or whether you don't ... can't stop rain, either.
© D. Harris 26 Jan 2004
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Jan 27 04, 05:57
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Hmmmm
Since tets begin with one syllable, and your last word is either....
either one must end the train, or start with ther?
Now what?
ther don't seem nothin' mor I c'n do her but limp along the pag until it end
sLightly lopped, Daniel :sun:
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Jan 27 04, 06:10
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Why don't you use rain Daniel? Close enuf..... :wink:
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"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the RingsCollaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. KanterNominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner
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Jan 27 04, 19:19
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End; or start a new thought that blossoms bright, expanding into amusing gardens cared for by creativity, color, a splash of spice, and good 'ole 'musing fun!
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"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the RingsCollaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. KanterNominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner
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Jan 28 04, 00:13
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Now THAT is a tetractys, LorII! Brava!
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Jan 28 04, 05:11
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Fun is what we all seek to bring us joy. But, laughter itself does not define fun. Many pleasures bring happiness, sans laughs like flying kites, children's hugs, praying, love.
© D. R. Harris - 27 Jan 2004
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Jan 28 04, 06:23
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Thankies Daniel and Dolly!
Dolly, you newest is simply gorgeous! :pharoah2
HUGS!
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"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the RingsCollaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. KanterNominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner
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Jan 29 04, 17:39
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Love can come in varied shapes and sizes; Sometimes, it finds you when you're not looking. Always embrace a warm hello, a smile, an open heart; You'll seldom go wrong, friend.
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"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the RingsCollaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. KanterNominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner
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Jan 29 04, 17:50
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CHARITY BEGINS, AND ENDS
Friend in need, when knocking on my damn door, gets bowl of "nourishing soup for the poor" from a recipe by Mrs Beeton, consuming leftovers kitchen had .....
Alan McAlpine Douglas
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Jan 30 04, 04:56
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Dear Dolly
You say "using a comma PLUS "and" is unnecessary; better to choose one or t'other". Where did I do that ? Not in the prev tetracctys !
Mouth open tongue twisting meanings defiled : your friendly neighborhood politician sincerity oozing from every pore and pouring smarm without end into ears.
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