Obsession

Obsession Obsession with "O's" Oh, obsession’s obfuscating oligarchy Oceans of oblivion Outrage in ostentatious obsession Overrun in hurricanes named obdurate and obstinate Overtures of oxidized compulsive orchestration in Obbligatos overflowing obituaries - Overbearing octaves of the obsequious – Orations of overt objections Objectivity overpopulated by opportunistic obtuse – Obsession outweighing optimist’s objectives – Openness offspring overrun by Ominous hunters of sweet oblations ordained Oscillating between logic and obsession unchallenged Orthodoxy obscures opportunity Officially ostracizes open-mindedness – Original the outsider - occupied the outlier - Observes only obstructive operations Obedience to the one-track offertory Of overstocked outdated ordinances, Offshoots of outmoded operatic ornaments Odious opium overdose of the obscene Onyx odors overpowering odes Offered on the altar of originality - Obliterating oligarchy of obsession 9-23-21 Sponsor: Constance La France Contest: “O” Contest

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Constance La France

Date: 10/5/2021 8:07:00 AM

Sam, congratulations on your win in my "O" contest with this poem, well done ~ love and serenity _Constance

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 9/29/2021 3:29:00 PM

It’s amazing what you did with the “o” Sam, to get all those words starting with O into a poem is most originative. Congratulations on your win in Constance’s contest. Well done! Belle

Sam Kauffman
Date: 10/1/2021 10:48:00 AM

Belle, thank you! Missed originative! Once I got started all the "o's" just seemed to flow into the lines. It was great fun to experiment with this long line of alliteration illustrating obsession. Guess I got a little obsessed :s I am so honored with its placement among so many fine entries. Sending you blessings!

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 9/29/2021 5:44:00 AM

WOW! A brilliant "O" poem - every line beginning with that letter! This is truly inspiring, Sam. Your poems are outstandingl! Love and hugs ~ Mala

Sam Kauffman
Date: 10/1/2021 10:44:00 AM

Thank you so much Mala! I got started with "o's" and experienced a true obsession with alliteration! Funny how that happens! Many, many thanks and much gratitude for your feedback and encouragement. It is an honor to write a poem that is an inspiration to other writers! Sending yo blessings. Much love and a hug!

Sotto Poet

Date: 9/25/2021 5:26:00 AM

Congratulations on your top win Sam, you deserve it with this wonderfully penned poem.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2021 10:12:00 AM

Hi Lasaad! Thank you for your congratulatory message. I am always encouraged by your visits! Many thanks. Hope you are well. Sending you blessings friend!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 9/24/2021 11:01:00 PM

All starting with O. Wonderful! Beautiful writing. Congratulations!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2021 10:09:00 AM

Thank you so much Chris! This was such fun. Haven't done anything with alliteration in a long time. So glad you liked it. Sending you all the blessings of the season!

Marilene Evans

Date: 9/24/2021 1:48:00 PM

Wow! You're so so ingenious, Sam. Congratulations. Superb alliteration. Have a great week-end.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2021 10:07:00 AM

Thank you so much Marilene! It was fun to play with alliteration - like an obsession! Hope you are having a great week! Blessings!

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 9/24/2021 10:14:00 AM

WoW! A big WoW! Outstanding. Not easy to write what you wrote. I top winner in any contest you place it. Hope you have a wonderful weekend friend

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2021 10:05:00 AM

Hi Rama! I so appreciate your wonderful words of compliment and encouragement. I had a wonderful time being obsessed with "o's." I'm so glad you liked it. Sending you many blessings my friend! Thank you for your patience as I got a little behind answering messages!

Panagiota Romios

Date: 9/23/2021 7:44:00 PM

Oh, my Sam! Yout outdid yourself! These are far from easy to do. You showcase your brilliance. Best wishes, my friend. Panagiota

Sam Kauffman
Date: 9/28/2021 10:01:00 AM

Hi Pangie! Thank you so much! I got started with "o" words and couldn't seem to stop myself! I so appreciate your message and feel very humbled. Hope you are doing well and are out of the "smoke." Sending you all the blessings of the season my friend!