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If it was not for words

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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 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? Nothings left to inscribe.

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Eve Roper

Date: 1/7/2024 8:24:00 PM

If it was not for words feelings, imagery, motion, and so on. Well done my friend.

Jim Slaughter

Date: 1/6/2024 10:14:00 AM

Ironic, is it not, that you can have music without words/lyrics, but not poetry? An excellent piece, S O.

Joseph May

Date: 1/6/2024 7:49:00 AM

We try to place each word in the right place. Very nicely penned Silent

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 1/6/2024 2:52:00 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

Date: 1/5/2024 6:44:00 PM

Your poem is golden. Perfect. I am in awe, without words! Fave <3

Jeanette Swan

Date: 1/5/2024 4:18:00 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

Date: 1/5/2024 2:28:00 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

Date: 1/5/2024 1:03:00 PM

I enjoyed this poem. I am sure many can relate to this. Well written Silent One. ! :)

Charlotte Watkins

Date: 1/5/2024 5:52:00 AM

This was a pleasure to read, emotive and captivating and true to form. - Best wishes C

Jude Herrick

Date: 1/5/2024 4:59:00 AM

Words, a stepping stone for poetry. In our walk in the great pond ery. Very nice reasons why poetry whys.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 1/4/2024 4:50:00 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

Date: 1/4/2024 4:19:00 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

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 1/4/2024 2:20:00 PM

I'm impressed with how you compiled your words and imagery to create such a meaningful poem, a testament to the message you conveyed. I agree words are there where art fails. Insightful and wise poem, Silent One. Have a splendid evening, Sara

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 1/4/2024 1:28:00 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

Date: 1/4/2024 11:45:00 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

Date: 1/4/2024 10:41:00 AM

Your words always adorn your poetry, my friend. Excellent, as always, SO.

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 1/4/2024 9:58:00 AM

Without words, I could not tell you how brilliant and talented you are.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/4/2024 9:29:00 AM

Deep poem, so well written according to the rules. Best for a win/

Ink Empress

Date: 1/4/2024 8:05:00 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
Date: 1/4/2024 8:07:00 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

Date: 1/4/2024 7:11:00 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

Tom Woody

Date: 1/4/2024 6:27:00 AM

Grateful for the gift of language. Funny thing is, we all have access to the same set of words. Some have a unique gift of putting them together in such a way that something wonderful is created. You have that gift SO