Obsession

This poem is written in the form of a Sijo. A Sijo is traditionally composed in three lines of 14-16 syllables each, totaling between 44-46 syllables. In a Sijo, the poem is either thematic or narrative Line 1 introduces a situation or problem Line 2 provides a conclusion, which usually begins with a surprise Line 3 resolves the problem or releases the tension by providing a memorable ending. ******************************** This poem has a total of 45 syllables. Line 1 consists of 14 syllables Line 2 consists of 16 syllables Line 3 consists of 15 syllables **Obsession** His smitten intuition, disturbed by every suspicion, Like an addiction, fueled aggression, he craved her affection, What started as just muffled cries, ended in a fatal night. Written by Rashana King