Best Poetry Form Poems
Infinite Dot Universe: A Spoof
This rhyming poem was inspired by Arthur Vaso.
It's about a poetic form, and just so you know...
these lines are being written just as a silly spoof
because some of my poems can be called a goof!
There's a new form called, "Infinite Dot Universe"
No, there really is not. Writing this, I feel perverse
because you see, I'd never tout my own poetry.
That would expose a definite lack of my humility.
The gist is that a person's favorite poet should be
him or herself. A bit like the haughty, Vivien Leigh
who thought, "Everything should be all about me."
If things didn't go her way, she'd say, "Fiddle dee dee!"
I digress and must confess this notion of Infinite Dot.
Perhaps instead of dot, let's rename it what it's not.
I think a narcissist would consider it more of a dote
claiming a masterpiece with each poem he/she wrote.
I have favorite poets, and one among them is not ME!
I wouldn't choose those I'd think special in PS. No siree!
That would be like saying who is worthy and who is not,
like the flawed Universe poetry form called Infinite Dot.
I know the first verses are nonsensical to say the least,
but they serve as a sword to slay an insensitive beast.
It's all "Much Ado About Nothing," I would tell a troll
who thinks he's of some importance. Ha! I took a poll.
Triolet has refrains
The first two lines ring out
They bring it back again,
There are rhyme schemes that flow,
This is a French verse form
That threads the lines with grace
Then ends as it began
1-17-2022
Example For My Contest
. The
devil Satan
a dark evil spirit
of death and destruction
who wages war against God
the almighty creator of the universe
a brilliant clear light of white purity
whom our spirit is part of
and separate from
having free
will
~~~
This Diamante can also be read from bottom to top
Author: Elaine George, of Canada
Summer love
By the sea
Splashing waves
An example of ellip poetry, written by my son.
Ellip is a form of poetry: nine syllables divided into three words or phrases with unlimited stanzas. Please write your own ellip poetry to increase its popularity.
example 1:
recently orphaned adult
seven billion living souls
yet i am from no one
disquieting thoughts
elusive sleep
my children make me smile
example 2:
most glorious day
age sixteen milestone
driving test passed
shared joy with
best friend who
failed three times
Via intellect, passion and creativity combine.
Talented dedication originates super stars’ shine.
Genuine genius discovers many great mysteries.
Songwriter poets harmonize synchronized words.
Painters and photographers traverse subjects’ allure.
Selfless fearlessness embodies a soldier sojourn.
Honor often desirable by mankind,
Cattle and bovine can achieve.
Cash and blue ribbons received.
Fruition of dreams hope conceived.
Gifted animal husbandry interweaved.
Dog shows and field trials
Pageants and talent shows –
Coveted titles for sports –
Successes by practice refined.
Academic achievements awarded
Cosmic accomplishments afforded.
Self-esteem transported soars!
Sublime humility.
Reputation enhances.
Honorificabilitudinitatibus
Pronunciation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SIKqOPIGt0
Definition: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honorificabilitudinitatibus
Written for Poetry Soup Member Contest: The "I Do Not Know" Poetry Form Contest
Sponsor Andrea Dietrich
minute poem with nonsense words
Stretching, I might be four-foot-six
I've learned to fix
the wixumph jokes
of thoughtless blokes.
Some people are antriphinal -
not short on bull
"Peanut," they yell
"Who cracked your shell?
Perspecitus, 'tis a good word
When thoughts get blurred,
I watch them squirm
at each word worm.
When perspecitus meets wixumph,
I can triumph,
remaining bold -
mood quite controlled.
Vurshotimy! I call the shots,
connect the dots.
When chaps condemn,
toss words to them.
Two minutes with Peanut, no dice.
A little spice
'tworks well enough
to call their bluff.
Tetractys has five lines.
They complete a thought in
twenty syllables as
they ascend or descend
to form pyramid shapes:
they can be reverse too.
To the heart, they appeal.
Date: 01/26/2022
Write About a Form Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Joseph May
Syllables checked in PS Syllable and Letter Counter
"His scent I want to
bottle along myself with
drops of soul liberation"
It's not actually a haiku poem, it's Katauta
Wild rambling roses of a pinkish bloom
dance to the winds down by the sea.
Roots grasping deep in the tall sand dune.
Pussy Willows growing in a grandiose plume.
Cats birds cry from tall shimmering trees.
Pheasant strut in their feathered costume.
Spring is now here, so we all assume.
A white seagull soars in the blue sky above me.
Sunshine’s bright chasing away winter’s gloom.
Nocturnal shadows creep into my room.
I fill my cherished cup with a nice green tea.
Colors fill my mind as twilight now looms.
Essence of lilac, such a lovely perfume.
Soon to be May Day and the wonderful jubilee.
Cleaning the kitchen with a sweep of the broom.
Strong winds blow the sand like a simoom.
I sit on the deck with a glass of Chablis,
lost in thought as my old cat grooms.
The last of the sun’s rays do heavenly illume.
Sijo from Korea
Shows theme of unrhymed style
Secured by three long lines
Setting clear start at first
Second expounds it well
Steadfast third as ending
Spirit of truth* expressed.
*2Corinthians 13:8 For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
January 25, 2022
2nd place, "Write About a Form" Pleiades Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Joseph May; judged on 2/19/2022.
I do not know the different forms of poetry
To be honest I have no desire to ascertain
So many forms and so complicated
To much confusion for my lazy brain!
I just like to write my thoughts down
A combination of heart and mind
About life and all it encompasses
Usually in a rhyme
I love reading poetry
Be it fiction or the real deal
Humorous, heartfelt, serious, dark,
Topics or opinions on how poets feel
I respect poets who love a challenge
Who appreciate the varied poetry forms
But for me just reading the names of them
Leaves my brain all tattered and torn!
Qawwali, Jueju ,Concrete
Munajat, Vogon,Tyburn, Grook
Only a handful of many
Like words out of a science fiction book!!
My personal preference is to keep it simple
Avoiding forms like Diamanté or Suzette Prime
Continuing to pen my poems
In just good old fashioned Ryhme !
Out of all those poetry forms couplet's my fave.
Cause that form lets me rant and rave.
It lets me put my poems to rhyme.
If there was no couplet poetry would be a crime
When I have a thought I write it down.
Couplet's my favorite there not all about syllables
and nouns.
So writing poems is what I love to do.
Couplet's allow me to write about what,when or who.
Teresa Skyles
I do not know the different forms of poetry
To be honest I have no desire to ascertain
So many forms and so complicated
To much confusion for my lazy brain!
I just like to write my thoughts down
A combination of heart and mind
About life and all it encompasses
Usually in a rhyme
I love reading poetry
Be it fiction or the real deal
Humorous, heartfelt, serious, dark,
All topics and opinions on how poets feel
I respect poets who love a challenge
Who appreciate the varied poetry forms
But for me just reading the names of them
Leaves my brain all tattered and torn!
Qawwali, Jueju ,Concrete
Munajat, Vogon,Tyburn, Grook
Only a handful of many
Like words out of a science fiction book!!
My personal preference is to keep it simple
Avoiding forms like Diamanté or Suzette Prime
Continuing to pen my poems
In just good old fashioned Rhyme !
‘LAST WORD’ POETRY LOVE'
it has transpired, my one true love.
I am possessed, writing poems,
words transcribed, my passion, my love.
Feelings for my wife, an omen,
that true peace, true love, can exist!
Extant life, lacks natural love.
Those that think it doesn't matter,
why look to the skies above?
Planet 'B', oh hopeful chatter,
that true peace, true love can exist!
Fear that greed will supersede love,
a normal life whence peace prevailed,
deeds of good, just a tiny shove
to show all, that what is entailed.
That true peace, true love, can exist...