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This poem uses the new 'Goblet' Poetry Form

The Cup - develops the theme, viewpoints, arguments, ideas
5 lines => 9,8,7,6,5 syllables
The Stem - pithy phrases, short sharp adage, paradox, or questioning
6 lines => 4,3,2,1,1,1 syllables
The Base - conclusion, resolution, epilogue
2 lines => 4,7 syllables

the count

Overshadowing


old pals mask the shock of new from view
future proofing what could emerge
from the veiled periphery
in eye's neutral corner
waiting for the ref
to call 'You're out!'
before bell
rings next
round,
'Times
Up'
the past casts doom
to overshadow the new

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