Lai Dig

playing in the dirt
better than dessert
fun toys
starting to exert 
sweating through my shirt
life’s joys
don’t want to get hurt
better stay alert
whoa, boys!

----------

a Lai is a pretty easy 9-liner with 5a-5a-2b-5a-5a-2b-5a-5a-2b:

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-poetry/lai-poetic-forms
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Bueckert Avatar
October 14, 2022 at 2:32 PM
Looks like you're having lots of fun with different forms! Enjoyed this!
Kyser Avatar
October 14, 2022 at 3:11 PM
I am indeed! Thanks for reading/commenting!
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace