Welcome, dear soupers… here’s my invented form using 7 lines with 7 syllables per line, unrhymed…
NOTE: The end must have a strong twist or an element of surprise—one that is unexpected!
Write a NEW, original poem choosing one of these themes: 1. MASK 2. DIARY
3. NATURE
My example:
My dad cherished simple joys…
Robusta beans, newspapers,
And music of Cole Porter :
How his endurance ran thin,
From road trips during summer
With all venturesome ladies…
Then wedded flighty Mama.
*Add name of contest, date of poem
* Categorize as VERSE ... ONE VERSE ONLY
* Use the title ‘ SEVENBITS with theme on it...like so, ‘ SEVENBITS—MASK’
* Check howmanysyllables.com as counter
* The end line must deliver an unusual contrast
Substance of content, unique imagery, and overall poetic impact get biggie scores.
Kindly remember you are all special to me, though I will pick the best ones...fair enough?
Needless to say, correct grammar and spelling are required.
Sail with your muse and have a great time…huggs!