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Less of a Strain On My Brain

Here's a question you guys might answer When considering a quatrain or a narrative The response to a narrative wins hands down Could someone explain the reason why Forever I thought poetry was meant to rhyme Since grade school way back when Apparently I seem to be living in the past Coz narratives get much more notice Obviously narratives are easier to write Less of a strain on the brain But the numbers are there and numbers don't lie Is there anyone out there that can tell me why See... this one was a snap to write I await your replies with bated breath!

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Mark Hughes

Date: 11/5/2023 8:50:00 AM

What speaks best to you, as the reading recipient, you decide what wins out.

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/5/2023 10:22:00 AM

Thanks for dropping by Mark! Cheer Jack!

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 11/5/2023 8:45:00 AM

a clever write, Jack. Unfortunately, many folks like you believe that a poem isn't a poem unless it rhymes, thanks to those teachers who made sure we all 'understood.' As I'm learning, poetry takes many creative forms...and there really is nothing that one can't creatively do as you did with this narrative poem. Well said, Jack, and have a splendid day, Sara

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/5/2023 10:12:00 AM

Have attempted others occasionally but never really felt comfortable with them! I should... I will... Cheers dear Sara xxx

Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/5/2023 3:48:00 AM

Some poetry is good, and some poetry is not so good it doesn't matter the form just what is being said. It is nice to read some that have rhyme, rhythm and flow most of the time. As one learns about poetry and poetry forms, reading those that follow a form's outline makes another poet think about how hard that was for the poet to write. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara K

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/5/2023 3:59:00 AM

A very interesting take on the subject dear friend! Thank you for your interesting reply on the subject! Have a wonderful day XXX