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For Constance La France's B - Type of forms

Blitz

A form of poetry created by poet Robert Keim in 2008. It is a 50-line poem of
short phrases and images. The "Blitz" poem is well-named, as the fifty short
lines are read in rapid-fire fashion. “The form really relies on sound and
rapid "flow." ~Rob Keim.
Here are the rules:
Line 1 should be one short phrase or image (like “build a boat”)
Line 2 should be another short phrase or image using the same first word as the
first word in Line 1 (something like “build a house”)
Lines 3 and 4 should be short phrases or images using the last word of Line 2
as their first words (so Line 3 might be “house for sale” and Line 4 might be
“house for rent”)
Lines 5 and 6 should be short phrases or images using the last word of Line 4
as their first words, and so on until you’ve made it through 48 lines
Line 49 should be the last word of Line 48
Line 50 should be the last word of Line 47
The title of the poem should be three words long and follow this format: (first
word of Line 3) (preposition or conjunction) (first word of line 47)
There should be no punctuation, except for an ellipses after the final two words
in lines 49 & 50.

 

 

"Over the waters blue the night winds sigh, the breakers roar." Lord Byron Dawn brushes sapphire skies Dawn summons turquoise tides Tides flow upon golden shores Tides wash away sandcastles Sandcastles that brought joy Sandcastles built on dreams Dreams bring hope for tomorrow Dreams are fragile butterflies Butterflies symbolise evolution Butterflies love to migrate Migrate towards distant petals Migrate against winds of change Change reflects through time Change is illustrated in seasons Seasons give birth in spring Seasons bring death in Autumn Autumn is the nemesis of summer Autumn eases us into winter Winter is cursed with ebony essence Winter is a time for soul searching Searching for belonging Searching for romance Romance is a vibrant palette Romance soothes lonely hearts Hearts connect through distance Hearts have hidden harmonies Harmonies through lullabies Harmonies heard when silent Silent like separated stars Silent like midnight streams Streams merge into seas Streams dissolve into waves Waves wash away worries Waves carry our whispers Whispers of a ship in a bottle Whispers of new beginnings Beginnings of a fresh seed Beginnings of new paths Paths that bring purpose Paths that lead to happiness Happiness of effervescent eyes Happiness is a way of life Life has many chapters Life writes our stories Stories with or without words Stories shown through poetry Poetry full of emotions Poetry that is visible Visible Emotions

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Date: 6/25/2024 7:08:00 AM
Silent, congratulations on your win in my contest, like your poem a lot, and the chosen quote, Constance
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Date: 6/14/2024 1:14:00 PM
Pieces like this continue to amaze me, S O. So original...and poetic...
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Date: 6/11/2024 11:23:00 AM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your lovely/wonderful write again. "Amazing" Have a great/blessed day writing away..................
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Date: 6/10/2024 11:49:00 AM
Congratulations Dear Silent on your win. Cheers.
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Date: 6/8/2024 10:33:00 AM
What a fantastic roller coaster ride you took me on with this amazing Blitz poem you so superbly created my friend. I loved the fast fun rhythm, i can relate it to how fast life comes and goes . Hugs and blessings SO. Jennifer.
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Date: 6/8/2024 10:00:00 AM
This flowed effortlessly through my brain. You have written this so well Dear Silent one. Very realistic and inspiring pairs. "Romance soothes lonely hearts. Hearts connect through distance." Now I know exactly what I need to soothe my wandering heart. You have penned down such evocative and magnifying words. You have given a mix of every basic in life. What holds us, what makes us, keep and preserves us. You're such a talented poet and I can't survive being in your head for a day. Cheers.
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Date: 6/6/2024 8:54:00 AM
SO, this is a lot of fun to read as it takes my mind on a fast and furious tour of emotions and things. I can only imagine the fun you had putting this together. I salute your effort and am smiling after reading!
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Date: 6/6/2024 5:08:00 AM
Silent One, your "Blitz" is so powerfully beautifully and rich in its ability to conjure contemplation! From beginning to end, it is compelling to read! Hope you've been well! Happy Thursday!!
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Date: 6/6/2024 1:37:00 AM
Great blitz. I don't think I'll be able to do it.
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Date: 6/5/2024 3:52:00 AM
Hi Silent One, I enjoyed the full circle of this poem which was so philosophical. First time I've heard of a Blitz but I'd say you nailed it sir..Blessings
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Date: 6/4/2024 2:30:00 PM
Another display of creativity, talent and poetic genius.
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Date: 6/4/2024 9:54:00 AM
Dear silent one, this is a flawless blitz as always flows with such brilliant phrases and lines that just are beautiful to the eyes and also to the soul! So much depth in what youv conveyed! What caught my eyes the most is how youv written “ Whispers of a ship in a bottle Whispers of new beginnings” i can imagine the ship in a bottle as i read that! And i love how descriptive and creative your way with words here is along with slight alliterations and how wisdom too emanates from your blitz! “ Happiness is a way of life Life has many chapters Life writes our stories” how dreamy and philosophical is that! And i agree! Brilliant ending too! Pleasure reading this! Best wishes for the contest!
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Date: 6/3/2024 6:35:00 PM
"Romance is a vibrant palette Romance soothes lonely hearts Hearts connect through distance Hearts have hidden harmonies" -- love it! "Waves carry our whispers Whispers of a ship in a bottle Whispers of new beginnings" -- wonderful poetic expression. Another dynamic read from start to finish. Thank you.
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Date: 6/3/2024 5:27:00 PM
Excellent! A favorite! Have a nice day ~ AA
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Date: 6/3/2024 5:16:00 PM
Yes, the 'visible emotions'- beautiful writing
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Date: 6/3/2024 3:45:00 PM
Love it. Winter can indeed be a time for soul searching. Who are we, really? What do we really want from life? Then there's poetry. Hobby? Need? Hope you have an awesome week
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Date: 6/3/2024 9:36:00 AM
Dear Silent One, I feel like I am taking a breathtaking journey through nature's and life's cycles. You have a true gift for capturing the depths of human experience through your poetic lens. Absolutely stunning work as always! - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
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Date: 6/3/2024 8:36:00 AM
You do this style super super well, and I don't see many that do!
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Date: 6/3/2024 8:31:00 AM
What a lovely/wonderful write/ending. "Good Luck"  Have A Great Day Writing Away.......................
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Date: 6/3/2024 12:07:00 AM
so original poetry, and so creative, I love the blitz poetry as you wrote, brilliant , would like to be capable too, thanks poet for the excellent reading
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Date: 6/2/2024 6:22:00 PM
Love the introduction of romance and harmonies through lullabies. A wonderful blitz poem!
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Date: 6/2/2024 1:41:00 PM
A revelation of feeling and emotion, cascade of words that ripple and fall gently on my heart as I read your blitz S, your an expert at this !
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Date: 6/2/2024 1:15:00 PM
How clever and creative Mr SO! Enjoyed….Debx
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Date: 6/2/2024 11:12:00 AM
A vividly descriptive piece inclusive of so many of the facts/entities that make up~~life. Janice
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Date: 6/2/2024 11:11:00 AM
A great Blitz, that expertly explores the recurring nature of events, passage of time, and interconnectivity of emotions. Optimism, love, environment, and human condition are all intricately linked subjects. Natural elements such as ocean, sandcastles, butterflies, and sunshine add to an emotionally powerful picture of dreams, love, and life's journey. Your metaphors are sophisticated and luxurious. Your poem used gret imagery as "effervescent eyes" and "ebony essence" enhance the beauty of this great Poem. This a Fave
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