Reflecting

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Author's Note: Palindromic Rictameter (or Rictamirror? lol) is the only way I can think to identify this; as it follows the rules of a Rictameter but also reads the same forward and back. It was not the goal but it definitely worked this under-challenged brain. I added two syllables in the center transition which is to be, or be related to, the title. FYI, it is a pain.

Love is pain. Knew she that? Now. Did it feelings change? Did she learn? That, only time tells. "Mirror, will I hate? Mirror... Heal I will!" Mirror? "Will I Heal? Mirror! ...hate I will!" Mirror tells time only. That, learn she did. Change feelings it did. Now that she knew pain is love.

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Kelly Deschler

Date: 8/17/2023 4:32:00 PM

A mirror ... the perfect subject to write about while using this unique form... So well done, FJ :)

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 1/28/2023 12:40:00 PM

The mirror can show you the truth, even if it is painful, a beautiful and brave poem~

Fj Thomas
Date: 1/29/2023 4:16:00 PM

It really can. I hope everything has been good over there on your end!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 1/25/2023 5:15:00 AM

wow, you must have used a certain portion of your brain here, I'm admiring your set up, it has heart and creative savvy. Sending love and friendship your way, xo

Fj Thomas
Date: 1/29/2023 4:15:00 PM

Lol I may have broken that part with this one Vie. Thanks so much dear Lady.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/20/2023 9:53:00 PM

Now, this is what true creativity is all about, Flo:) astoundingly brilliant:)

Fj Thomas
Date: 1/29/2023 4:14:00 PM

Jo you are too sweet to me! Thank you so very much.