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Alison A Smith nee Howarth

Poet Blackout Poetry

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Written 24th August, 2026

The Puzzle

light cage up in the air,
freeing, a million birds wild ascending shadows
come falling down.
The rain is brightening now. The face is pale
the puzzle solved with an unexpected kiss,
freckled hands alit.

(Blackout of Rain Towards Morning by Elizabeth Bishop)

Copyright © Alison A Smith nee Howarth | Year Posted 2026

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August 25, 2026 at 9:56 PM

this is breathtaking, <3

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 26, 2026 at 2:48 AM

Blackout does reveal some gems.

August 25, 2026 at 3:05 PM

Another blackout brought to light by a skilful hand. Loved it!

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 26, 2026 at 2:48 AM

I seem to be able to find the poem within....

Evelyn Judy Buehler

August 25, 2026 at 2:20 PM

A masterfully crafted blackout of mystery, romance and striking beauty. I love it, Alison. ❤️

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 25, 2026 at 3:05 PM

Thank you Evelyn. Erasing the blackout words makes it more a poem of its own.❤️

Dorothy Gibbons

August 24, 2026 at 2:26 PM

Fantastic black out touch of romance to go with the romantic picture another masterpiece hugzzz friend 🧡 🫂🦋🎵🎶🎼🎹🎻🥁

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 25, 2026 at 3:03 PM

I keep trying to please you dear Dorothy, so far so good.

Abdullah Alhemaidy

August 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Agreed with Kim & Joanna, beautiful interesting poem! Have a wonderful season, best warmest wishes :-)

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 25, 2026 at 3:03 PM

Blackout is an interesting form.

August 24, 2026 at 8:43 AM

Beautiful poetry, Alison😊

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 24, 2026 at 4:26 PM

Thanks ....the blackout finds its niche when you erase the black.❤️

August 24, 2026 at 6:03 AM

Interesting imagery…double meaning of light; beautiful artistry too.

Alison A Smith nee Howarth

August 24, 2026 at 4:25 PM

Thank you Kim...another blackout.

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