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This poem uses and experimental 'Goblet' Poetry Form with a cup (the substance), a stem (pithy reflections) and a base (conclusion)

The Cup - develops the theme, viewpoints, arguments, ideas
5 lines => 9,8,7,6,5 syllables
The Stem - pithy phrases, short sharp adage, paradox, or questioning
6 lines => 4,3,2,1,1,1 syllables
The Base - conclusion, resolution, epilogue
2 lines => 4,7 syllables

goblet

A Toast to Once Loved Lost to Others


I lift a glass once meant to toast us,
brimming with all our future lost
for others to keep and cheer.
It tastes bitter and sour
when left unfinished,
its aftertaste
lingers on
tainted
spent
rent
dry
with unshed tears
dripping with resounding cheers

celebrationrememberother

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