 Jackie's Love Challenge , Love without love... ergo execute terms |
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  Jan 24 08, 14:59
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This is a random challenge that was inspired from comments made on one of Alan's threads via Merlin.
The challenge is to write a poem (at least 4 stanzas) or short story about love without using the following words: Love Please post your responses as a REPLY to this thread. Good luck! ~~@Jackie |
  
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Jan 25 08, 06:46
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Thanks for adding a new challenge, Jackie!
 This one is perfect too for the upcoming Valentine's holiday!  I'll be back to add my reply... Cheers ~Cleo 
·······  ·······"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 Rings
Collaboration 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. Kanter Nominate 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 26 08, 07:52
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Ornate Oracle  Posts: 4,592 Joined: 31-October 03 From: New Jersey Member No.: 39 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Larry Carr |
Jackie,
I think I am up to this challenge and I will offer a response later. Thanks for bringing it forward. JLY ······· ·······Give thanks for your new friends of today, but never forget the warm hugs of your yesterdays.
Nominate 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! MM Award Winner     |
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Jan 26 08, 15:22
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Laureate Legionnaire  Posts: 3,446 Joined: 16-October 06 From: UK Member No.: 298 Real Name: Alan McAlpine Douglas Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori/Eisa/loads of old friends |
For those who claim this is "a bit short", does splitting the verses into couplets bring it within the rules ? LOL
Love Alan OSCULATORY CACOETHES Four beats to the bar, that’s who you are a woman who cares to the very essence of her being So alike, you and I, in the dedication one to the other specially when indulging in osculatory cacoethes Alan McAlpine Douglas ······· ······· |
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Jan 26 08, 19:54
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Ornate Oracle Posts: 4,592 Joined: 31-October 03 From: New Jersey Member No.: 39 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Larry Carr |
SHINING STAR
This tale may seem like a cliché, but I remember it like it was yesterday. I chanced on a tantalizing princess emblazoned with an ethereal finesse. She had the prettiest of smiles, and beguiling, radiant sienna eyes; coupled with an exhilarating aura, she was my own enchanting aurora. Rose colored lips glistened in sunlight, casting a sparkle of tempting delight. Buttery soft skin and capuccino hair accented a sure, sophisticated flair. The captivating scent of her presence was reminiscent of a lavender essence. Her soft-spoken voice was like a lullaby echoing in my mind like a lyrical melody. This delicate, beaming alluring cutie cast a bright rainbow of poetic beauty. Jailed by timidity, I adored her from afar, dreaming she’d become my shining star. ······· ·······Give thanks for your new friends of today, but never forget the warm hugs of your yesterdays.
Nominate 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! MM Award Winner |
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Jan 27 08, 08:28
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Ornate Oracle Posts: 4,592 Joined: 31-October 03 From: New Jersey Member No.: 39 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Larry Carr |
Alan,
It looks like you are short 2 stanzas for this challenge...please give us some more. JLY ······· ·······Give thanks for your new friends of today, but never forget the warm hugs of your yesterdays.
Nominate 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! MM Award Winner |
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Jan 29 08, 10:27
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 Creative Chieftain Posts: 11,417 Joined: 15-June 07 From: Springfield, Louisiana Member No.: 446 Real Name: Larry D. Jennings Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Just wondered in. |
Virginia
An Ode to My Wife Gold tressed, as ripened wheat o'er alabaster brow, strawberry smiles do greet mine eyes and bless, somehow. Thy beauty made me whole when Fate saw to reward such treasure as my dole. 'T was thus inspired the Bard. No sonnet, writ by hand, or song that man has heard compare to thee. Fire fanned thoughts leap, though sadness gird. Within your aura, blush the flowers. Strive for naught song birds. In reverence, hush! By envy all are caught in silken net, sweet one, ‘till life has passed. I weep, for thou art moon and sun; my dream, when ere I sleep. ······· ·······When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the areas of man's concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of his existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Kindness is a seed sown by the gentlest hand, growing care's flowers. Larry D. Jennings MM Award Winner  |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Jan 31 08, 20:15
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Thanks Cleo,
It looks like you changed the thread title and moved it? Did I get it close to the right place? **LOL** I thought I would try this one myself but doubt I'll have time before Valentine's day. I hope you take this one up. ~~<@ Jackie |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Jan 31 08, 20:16
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Great, JLY,
Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. ~~<@ Jackie |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Jan 31 08, 20:21
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QUOTE (Alan @ Jan 26 08, 13:22 )  OSCULATORY CACOETHES Four beats to the bar, that’s who you are a woman who cares to the very essence of her being So alike, you and I, in the dedication one to the other specially when indulging in osculatory cacoethes Alan McAlpine Douglas Hey there Alan, I thought this very cleverly done. But as JLY pointed out it is a bit short... not that it really matters. **S** But if you do decide to lengthen it I hope you leave that last stanza at the end... stands perfect there. ~~<@ Jackie |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Jan 31 08, 20:26
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Wow, JLY,
You really took the challenge to heart. One might not always think to put visual over emotions in a love poem but you managed a great mixture of both to meet the challenge without tripping over the forbidden words. Well done! ~~<@ Jackie |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Jan 31 08, 20:30
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Hi Larry,
This is most impressive. You make the challenge look easy. **S** Beautifully written. I do hope you show it to your wife. I'm sure she'll love you for it. ~~<@ Jackie |
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Feb 1 08, 06:24
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Just changed the thread title only Jackie - it's still in the same forum.
Yep, I had a thought last night on the first stanza for my reply and hope I'll remember it tomorrow when I sit to write it, LOL!  Stay tuned! ~Cleo 
······· ·······"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 Rings
Collaboration 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. Kanter Nominate 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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Feb 1 08, 06:35
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Ornate Oracle Posts: 4,592 Joined: 31-October 03 From: New Jersey Member No.: 39 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Larry Carr |
Jackie,
Thank you for your warm support. JLY ······· ·······Give thanks for your new friends of today, but never forget the warm hugs of your yesterdays.
Nominate 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! MM Award Winner |
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| Guest_Rosemerta_* |
Mar 6 08, 13:41
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QUOTE (Cleo_Serapis @ Feb 1 08, 04:24 ) Just changed the thread title only Jackie - it's still in the same forum. Yep, I had a thought last night on the first stanza for my reply and hope I'll remember it tomorrow when I sit to write it, LOL! Stay tuned! ~Cleo So did you ever give this a try?  I never got around to trying it myself. I really miss taking part in all your challenges. Mundane world has me hopping. I should be doing other things today but may have to give at least one a try before heading back to the grind.
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Mar 6 08, 21:35
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Mosaic Master Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Nope, we were on vacation as always during Valentine's Week and I spent about 3 hours each day at MM offering commentary, and wrote a few poems too, but didn't do any challenge responses.
It's never too late though, so ya might just see me post something here soon... Work is a real headache at present with reviews, a special 2 week project stint that I've been blowing my top over these past 2 days (and another one weeker coming at end of March). This D2 project I've been part of for 3 years now is really making me so much more DIRECT and OUTSPOKEN. Seems no one wants to say what they think, so I DO it for them - time is a precious commodity we can't afford to waste - I've learned to say it like it is and watch everyone else nod their head in agrement with my words.  Hey - at least when I say something, people listen now - only took about 20 years to come to... LOL LOL ······· ·······"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 Rings
Collaboration 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. Kanter Nominate 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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