Part One, - Blog, On The Importance Of Seeking And Maintaining
A Higher Level Of Creativity- ( A New Poetry Form Included)
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Blog, Creativity is a must for any poet.
This new poetry form was an idea I had
and first wrote poems in- back in 1984,
When I was 30 years old. I started this blog
in January of 2017. Decided to finish it this
New Year of 2022. Five years from start to
finish, yes I am oft slow about completing
tasks. RJL…
Subject- new poetry form- ( " Lind30 " )
7,7,7, 9
Either form be in number of syllables -or match in number of words-
Rhymed or unrhymed. New form Lind30…..
First three examples are in syllable count-plus rhyme
(1.)
Within Beauty, Oft Lies Cold Hard Truth
Within morn's breathe a reprieve
Sweet breeze and understanding
Does not this world deep deceive
Nature serves up its reprimanding.
Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2022
Lind30 Rhyme- (7,7,7,9)
(2.)
We That Obey The Ticking Of The Clock
Time's call, we try to defeat
Morning's notice 'oft a pain
Rush, rush to cold breakfast eat
Good God, Sally's cat has gone insane!
Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2022
Lind30 Rhyme- (7,7,7,9)
(3.)
When Love Enters An Eager, Willing Heart
Romantic heart I adore
Her kisses, blessings divine
Pray I this, always for more
Ravishing desserts, taste of her wine.
Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2022
Lind30 Rhyme- (7,7,7,9)
( Next two examples are in word count and rhyme )
(1.)
A Small Bit Of Philosophy And Wit
Life, a great mystery to be sure
Existence a true nod to our dreams
Light and Truth, both are set pure
To oppose breadth and depths of mankind's dark schemes.
Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2022
Lind30 Wordcount and Rhyme
(2.)
Oh No, Not Another High Unpaid Bill
He said, dear Katy bar the door
This bill has me so hopping mad
I cannot stand this robbery any more
Give me another shot of whiskey, just a tad!
Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2022
Lind30 Wordcount and Rhyme
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Note 1 -
This blog and this my new poetry form was begun back
in Jan of 2017, I have only now returned to finish it up
The number 30 applies as in syllable count or else in
the number of words…. Either one may be used thus
giving the poet far more leeway into creativity. Using
the rhymed version, whether it be ABAB OR AABB is
a far higher degree of difficulty imho.
Give it a try, even as a diversion or on a mere whim-
Creativity being the foundation upon which a poet must
live, breath-exist, imho. RJL
Note 2-
If any questions, feel free to soupmail me here.
I hope this new form may give to poets another
way.avenue to pursue in their poetry journey.
Comments are welcomed on this new blog.
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Posted on 1-12-2022
Edit below has been added for greater clarity -- Thanks Rob...
One each- of the four main derivatives of the Lind30 poetry form.
(1.)Lind30SR, (2.) Lind30SU. (3.)Lind30WCR, (4.) Lind30WCU,
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(1.)
Mystery That Is Youth's Forward Journey
I sang of sky's blue-cast worth
dawn's echoes glad to be heard
ocean's great unrivalled girth
beauty sent by Southern mockingbird.
Robert J. Lindley,
Lind30SR ( Lindley 30 Syllables Rhymed )
7,7,7,9
(2.)
Under Midnight Moon, Her Tears Splashed Down
She wept in her darkest hour
under moon disenchanted
life had its sword plunged deep
eager to feel her falling wet tears.
Robert J. Lindley,
Lind30SU ( Lindley 30 Syllables Unrhymed )
7,7,7,9
(3.)
A Gift From Sweeping Depths Of Nature's Bounty
Nature into this soul sent its light
As a beacon safeguards ships at sea
She with saving grace set heart alight
Waking the youthful optimism and the courage within me.
Robert J. Lindley,
Lind30WCR ( Lindley 30 Word Count Rhymed )
7,7,7,9
(4.)
Night Spent In Poe's And Raven's Former House
House creaked, the walls mumbled wailing curses
In seething darkness I felt so alone
As dark shadows invaded through window's opening
Came torture of aching silence as lost hope began.
Robert J. Lindley,
Lind30WCU, ( Lindley 30 Word Count Unrhymed )
7,7,7,9
Note:
Of course these are the 4 main derivates that can
even further set pathways for ever greater creativity
in this new form, Lind30… Other subdivisions within
these four can be found a. explored and enjoyed.