Silent One Poet Monchielle Stanza

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For Emile Pinet's Monchielle Stanza poetry contest

A Monchielle Stanza is a Norwegian form by Jim T Henriksen and is comprised of four (verses) of 6 syllable lines, with the rhyme pattern of xxAxA - xxBxB - xxCxC - xxDxD, the first line in stanza one is repeated in each stanza as line one.

 

 

If it was not for words

If it was not for words
there'd be no poetry.
Can a veiled muse survive,
unable to release
poems that make us thrive?

If it was not for words.
Can we cope being mute
when hearts have to suppress
reasons behind sorrows,
teardrops cannot express.

If it was not for words.
There would be no lyrics,
only background soundtracks.
No songs to soothe our souls
or help tired minds relax.

If it was not for words.
How will eyes view nature
when art fails to describe
moon, blooms, angst or romance?
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Eve Roper January 7, 2024 at 8:24 PM If it was not for words feelings, imagery, motion, and so on. Well done my friend.

Jim Slaughter January 6, 2024 at 10:14 AM Ironic, is it not, that you can have music without words/lyrics, but not poetry? An excellent piece, S O.

Joseph May January 6, 2024 at 7:49 AM We try to place each word in the right place. Very nicely penned Silent

Suzanne Delaney January 6, 2024 at 2:52 AM Wonderful thoughts here, SO. Yes, where would we be without this means of exchange or expression. Back in the dark ages. Reads like a winner to me. SuZ

Bj Legros Kelley January 5, 2024 at 6:44 PM Your poem is golden. Perfect. I am in awe, without words! Fave <3

Jeanette Swan January 5, 2024 at 4:18 PM I really like this poem. Words are humanity's great tool to understand each other and connect, and to remember, and to feel. One more to add - without words I'd be limited to cooking experiments :)

I Am Anaya January 5, 2024 at 2:28 PM I agree with Tom, he said what I was thinking, SO. I'll add...words can make or break, confusing messages can cause communication breakdown. Nothing in your work can ever send a message like that. SO you are always clear inside and out with your thoughts, journeys, and skills. Lovely voice in the music video.

Heidi Sands January 5, 2024 at 1:03 PM I enjoyed this poem. I am sure many can relate to this. Well written Silent One. ! :)

Charlotte Watkins January 5, 2024 at 5:52 AM This was a pleasure to read, emotive and captivating and true to form. - Best wishes C

Jude Herrick January 5, 2024 at 4:59 AM Words, a stepping stone for poetry. In our walk in the great pond ery. Very nice reasons why poetry whys.

Evelyn Judy Buehler January 4, 2024 at 4:50 PM A beautiful presentation, Silent One. I enjoyed reading this masterpiece poem. What would we do without words? It's hard to imagine! Thank you for sharing.

Bill Baker January 4, 2024 at 4:19 PM Great entry for the contest, Silent One. A FAV for my list. Excellent form and filled with wisdom of words. Each verse was clear and necessary in completing the theme of "words". Good luck in the contest, although poetry such as this shouldn't need luck. It's only words! Thanks for sharing the YouTube songs, they touch me. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Charlotte Puddifoot January 4, 2024 at 1:28 PM a very good rendering of what seems like a tricky form - words are so powerful, in many different ways, both good and bad..thanks for my placements in your contests, i can't keep up with you! lol

Sotto Poet January 4, 2024 at 11:45 AM Wow, dear friend, I am truly moved by the depth and brilliance of this Monchielle. It is remarkable how words hold such power in conveying our deepest emotions and thoughts. Your exceptional talent lies in your ability to assemble them in a manner that creates something truly remarkable. The profoundness of this poem can touch the hearts so deeply. Your mind is filled with profound intellectual insights, and you possess the remarkable skill to articulate them brilliantly. BOL with the contest.

Vijay Pandit January 4, 2024 at 10:41 AM Your words always adorn your poetry, my friend. Excellent, as always, SO.

Jerry Brotherton January 4, 2024 at 9:58 AM Without words, I could not tell you how brilliant and talented you are.

Victor Buhagiar January 4, 2024 at 9:29 AM Deep poem, so well written according to the rules. Best for a win/

Ink Empress January 4, 2024 at 8:05 AM What a profound and flawless monchielle, you do these forms just effortlessly, making them look easy, as its an easy read that truly flows in such eloquence! The depth of this poem would resonate with any reader, without words, how would we express? I really feel every word woven here especially today, as i write to release so many suppressed emotions, and i cant help but agree that we write because sometimes we feel unheard.every stanza in this stood out for me but i really loved the part- Ink Empress January 4, 2024 at 8:07 AM “ If it was not for words. There would be no lyrics, only background soundtracks. No songs to soothe our souls” how true is this?!!! Gosh! Seriously this is a top fave for me! You have a very philosophical mind, and one that knows how to express for us all!and that last stanza! Just impeccable!!! Pleasure reading this! Definition a fave for me this is! Sending you light always

Anne-Lise Andresen January 4, 2024 at 7:11 AM - The words that mean so much to us... without words no poem... an international tool... great writte, S.O :) - Wish you a happy new year, my friend :) - hugs