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"BOOK OF RENGA POEMS"


Prologue
New Book for FanStory Poets

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:you are welcome to contribute to this book, contact Gypsy Blue Rose for more info

 
 
I created a book of RENGA
 
it's collective project 
 
of this ancient 
 
Japanese poetic form.
 
 
 
The book is available
 
to all FanStory poets. 
 
I will guide you
 
through the process.
 
 
 
 If you would like to participate
 
please feel free to join us.
 
You don't need to be an expert,
 
it's a hands-on learning process.  
 
If you have questions
 
or want some feedback
 
on your renga poem
 
please do not hesitate
 
to contact me.
 
Thank you.
 
 
 

Author Notes RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form. for more information click here

I created a multi-author Book of Renga. If you want to check it out, click here to see the book

THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM:

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza with same theme and season of the previous haiku stanza.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

The process continues repeating the same process. Some Renga Books have 100 stanzas or more.

TO ADD A CHAPTER
When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow The Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down to the review box. Above the review box Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/1/24


Chapter 1
Buds Bask in Sunlight

By Gypsy Blue Rose


buds bask in sunlight

slowly blossoming to yield

sweet fruits in autumn


Author Notes A book of Renga is a collaboration of different poets - the first poem has a syllable count of 5-7-5 followed by the next writer adding a separate poem or chapter with syllable count of 7-7. On the same topic, but not using the same words.

Each poem has a Kigo or seasonal reference.

A book can have uo to 100 chapters.


Chapter 2
Crimson Leaves Hang On

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:you are welcome to add to our Renga Book. Contact me for more information

 

crimson leaves hang on tightly

    to the last hot summer day

 

 

Author Notes RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form, but I am available to help you step by step, you can send me a message. for more information click here

The Book of Renga Poetic Form:

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza with same theme and season of the previous haiku stanza.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

The process continues repeating the same process of 1, 2, 3, 4 renga poems.

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow The Book of Renga Poetic Form steps.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

To open the book, click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)


Chapter 3
Pond Reflects

By Gypsy Blue Rose


pond reflects gold leaves ~
memories of warmer days
as chill fills the air


Author Notes A book of renga consists of a collection of poems written by different authors.

The first will have syllable count of 5-7-5 to be followed by one with count of 7-7.

This count alternates ( 5-7-5) (7-7)with each poem, which connects to the previous with a similar topic, but not using the same words.

There should be a Kigo or seasonal reference.


Chapter 4
leaves whisper. . .

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:a RENGA poem collaborative multi-author book - please read notes for details...


leaves whisper farewell and leave--

one hangs tight to snowy branch. . .














~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Author Notes (-: thank you for reading! :-)

- this is a chapter in a multi-author book started by Gypsy Blue Rose
- the top pic is from the previous chapter TWO, as you are supposed to keep the theme going. . .
- the middle and bottom pics i chose to continue my two 7-syllable lines. . .
- feel free to use them to continue the fanstory renga story. . .


*DETAILS ABOUT THE BOOK:
- Renga is a Japanese collaborative poem in which alternating stanzas, of 5-7-5 and 7-7 are written by multiple poets. The Complete Renga can be up to 100 stanzas. This form of poetry gave birth to haiku.
- How to write a renga in our book. . .
- FIRST POET writes a 5/7/5 haiku
- SECOND POET writes a two lines verse of 7/7 syllables
- The same process continue. . . one poet writes a 5-7-5 and second poet writes a 7-7 syllables verse.
- The renga poems keep the same topic of the previous verse.
If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask Gypsy Blue Rose, the creator of this book.


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Chapter 5
Baby, It's cold outside

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 

Autumn closes door

Winter knocks and comes on in

Life keeps repeating

 
 

Author Notes Picture from Pinterest. Neonewman gave me the title.


Chapter 6
Chilly Gust

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:If you would like to write in the Renga Book read author notes

 

chilly gust seeps through the cracks

wrestling with the feisty fire

 

 

Author Notes RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form. for more information click here

I created a multi-author Book of Renga. If you want to check it out, click here to see the book

THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM:

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza with same theme and season of the previous haiku stanza.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

The process continues repeating the same process. Some Renga Books have 100 stanzas or more.

TO ADD A CHAPTER
When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow The Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down to the review box. Above the review box Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/1/24


Chapter 7
Leaves Lose Fight

By Gypsy Blue Rose

The winter wind blows
a fearsome gale through branches--
leaves are forced to drop

Author Notes Thank you for reading my Renga poem. I've never written one before. These are the instructions I copied from Gypsy Blue Rose's post, who also very kindly started this book...

THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM:

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza with same theme and season of the previous haiku stanza.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza sharing the same theme and season of the previous stanza.

The process continues repeating the same process. Some Renga Books have 100 stanzas or more.

TO ADD A CHAPTER
When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow The Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down to the review box. Above the review box Click on ADD CHAPTER.


Chapter 8
Warmth

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 

While snowfall keeps us inside

Fires and good friends blanket us


 

Author Notes Picture from pinterest


Chapter 9
A New Day Dawns

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Sunrise gives birth
to another wintry day
unseasonably mild

Author Notes My first renga ever. I hope I got it right.


Chapter 10
~ leafy mem'ries ~

By Gypsy Blue Rose


leafy mem'ries d r i f t 'round me ~

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

i reflect back to look up. . .

Author Notes (-: thank you for reading! :-)

- this is a chapter in a multi-author book started by Gypsy Blue Rose
- response to: a book of renga - a collective by fanstory poets

*ABOUT THE RENGA FORM AND THE BOOK:
- Renga is a Japanese collaborative poem in which alternating stanzas, of 5-7-5 and 7-7 are written by multiple poets. The Complete Renga can be up to 100 stanzas. This form of poetry gave birth to haiku.
- How to write a renga in our book. . .
- FIRST POET writes a 5/7/5 haiku
- SECOND POET writes a two lines verse of 7/7 syllables
- The same process continue. . . one poet writes a 5-7-5 and second poet writes a 7-7 syllables verse.
- The renga poems keep the same topic of the previous verse.
- If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask Gypsy Blue Rose, the creator of this book.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


Chapter 11
Dad Rakes the Lawn

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Everybody is welcome to participate in our book of renga (rules in author notes)

 

dad rakes lawn’s debris

    and his child plays with leaves pile —

free patience lesson

 

 

Author Notes I created a multi-author book of renga poems. You are welcome to participate. If you need help send me a message.

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Renga Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/2/24


Chapter 12
Sudden Snowfall

By Gypsy Blue Rose


sudden snowfall coats gold leaves ~


it's autumn in Alaska


Author Notes Next poem or chapter should have syllable count 5/7/5 on a connecting theme - without using the same words. A book of renga consists of separate poems with alternating syllable count of 5/7/5 and 7/7.


Chapter 13
Making Memories

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
nose and cheeks aglow
 
gliding with laughter on ice
 
making memories 


Chapter 14
Lake at Sunrise

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
 
 Sunrise reflects on cold lake
Lone heron patiently waits
 
 
 

Author Notes This is the 7-7 syllable response to the previous haiku.


Glitter Photos
[Glitterfy.com - *Glitter Photos*]


Chapter 15
Waiting for My Winter

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Autumn evening sky
dons a crimson gold mantle
time for snowy shroud


Chapter 16
Winter Feelings

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
 
A photographer captured
The heron, frozen in flight
 
 

Author Notes Addition to Gypsy Blue Rose's Renga Book

Art Credit, Microsoft Copilot

Thank you for reading.



Chapter 17
Winter's Sleep

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
camouflaged and snug
in leafy sanctuary -
peace in winter's sleep.

Author Notes The hedgehog is native to the UK but endangered as a species, due to its slow (and sleepy) pace, often getting run over on the roads. It's good to see this chap safe and sound:)


Chapter 18
North Country Magic

By Gypsy Blue Rose



north country where reindeer live

there is magic in the air
 
 


Chapter 19
Icy Winds

By Gypsy Blue Rose

icy, windblown flakes

swirl over rivers and streams

covering bare trees






Author Notes thanks to Pixabay for image


Chapter 20
Quality Time

By Gypsy Blue Rose



parent and child together ~

Antarctic circle of love




Author Notes The next chapter or poem in the book should have 5-7-5 syllables. A book of Renga contains alternating poems with 5-7-5 syllables, followed by one with 7-7 syllables and so on. Each is connected by a similar theme.


Chapter 21
Rich Harvest

By Gypsy Blue Rose

our great God provides 
us with brilliant sunlight and
plentiful harvest

Author Notes Picture from google.


Chapter 22
Belief

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Believing is simply choice,
Worrying is but a thief. .

R.Owen 4/12/2024.

Author Notes I'd rather believe than worry. One lives longer.
Thank you for reading. R.Owen


Chapter 23
Herald of Summer

By Gypsy Blue Rose

budding and blooming

summer branches filled with fruit

welcoming sunlight

Author Notes thanks to Marketa Klimesova from Pixabay


Chapter 24
Hope in Winter Branches

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
 
bare branches in winter’s sleep
hope bursts out in sunlit dreams

 
 
 

Author Notes Notes:
Thanks to Gypsy for creating this book!

Picture is from: https://orchardnotes.com/2023/03/28/lifecycle-apple-bud-blossom-fruit/


Chapter 25
Seeds Prepare to Bloom

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 
seeds prepare to bloom

deep inside the leafless boughs—

with divine promise
 
 
 

Author Notes I created this multi-author book of Renga for everyone. Let me know if you have any questions or need help.

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)


Chapter 26
Hope Springs

By Gypsy Blue Rose



As hope springs internally ~


blossoms flutter in warm breeze

Author Notes According to the rules, the next chapter in this book of renga should consist of 5/7/5 syllables with a connecting theme. The book alternates with poems of 5/7/5 and 7/7 syllable count. Please feel free to add your creative ideas and keep this going!


Chapter 27
Be Still

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 
 
   leaves drop in silence—

as thunder takes a deep breath

and the rain holds still
 
 
 
 
 

 

Author Notes My renga follows a 7/7 stanza and the season is late winter before spring. The season may change with time. It all depends on the way the poem links to the previous poem.

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)


Chapter 28
Sunlight Memories

By Gypsy Blue Rose

When winter casts dark shadows
I dream of summer sunlight.

Author Notes Picture from Bing Images


Chapter 29
Reflecting...

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
Sunshine memories
 
Swirl with life's scarlet shadows~
 
Nostalgia's maelstrom

Author Notes Been a long few days around here... so, a twist on the RENGA it is! ;-) Thanx for reading me!

Pic: crystal ball vortex [pixexid.com]


Chapter 30
Thoughts of You

By Gypsy Blue Rose



Thoughts of you still come in waves ~

drowning me with summer love




Author Notes A 7/7 syllable follow up poem in the book of renga. The next chapter or poem should contain 5/7/5 syllables - maintaining the pattern of poems having the alternating 5/7/5 and 7/7 count - with a connecting theme. Just keep this going! A book can have 100 chapters!


Chapter 31
Warm Remembrance Tides

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

warm remembrance tides

of our summer flow away

amidst winter winds

 

 

Author Notes I followed a 7/7 verse; the season is winter

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/6/24


Chapter 32
New Year's Winter Wistfulness

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 
 
       New Year's winter's wistfulness —
 

ready for new beginnings
 
 
 
 

Author Notes RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/6/24


Chapter 33
Insulation

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
 

Enjoying Autumn

 

Winter brings its icy stare

 

Sweaters become coats

 

**************************


 

Author Notes Picture from Pinterest


Chapter 34
Cozy Corner

By Gypsy Blue Rose



On a chilly winter night

cats find a cozy corner



Author Notes The next poem or chapter in this book of renga should have syllable count 5/7/5 to maintain the pattern of alternating poems with 5/7/5 and 7/7 syllable count plus a connecting theme. Join in the fun challenge!


Chapter 35
Ellie Meows Content

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 
 

Ellie meows content

  to find the warm sunbeam spot—

napping on mom’s lap

 

 

 

 

 

Author Notes In honor to my cat Ellie who passed away last year.

I followed June's chapter 34 (7/7 stanza using winter season)
On a chilly winter night
Cats find a cozy corner
=================
RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem


FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)


Chapter 36
Where Love Resides

By Gypsy Blue Rose



my heart follows the path home

where love and laughter reside




Author Notes The next chapter or poem in this book should contain 5/7/5 syllables to continue the alternating pattern of poems with 5/7/5 syllables followed by one with 7/7 syllables - with a connecting theme to the previous post. Have fun!


Chapter 37
Glistening Treetops

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Winter snow glistens
Atop strong evergreen trees
Waiting to be seen

Author Notes Thank you to Gypsy and thank you all who read this! Renga is new to me but I wanted to join everyone. Peace, Alex


Chapter 38
Puffy Winter Coat

By Gypsy Blue Rose



with a puffy winter coat

cardinal weathers the storm

Author Notes The next chapter or poem in this book of Renga should contain 5/7/5 syllables to maintain the alternating pattern of a 5/7/5 poem followed by a 7/7 poem with a connecting theme.


Chapter 39
White Out

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 

White is all I see

Catastrophes lie in wait

Bandages nearby


 

Author Notes Picture from pinterest


Chapter 40
Slippery Slope

By Gypsy Blue Rose

 
 
careless slippery slope slide 

should have listened to wise wife 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Author Notes Follows a 5/7/5 Renga stanza

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem

LINKING STANZAS is very important. Poets, please make sure your stanza follows the previous one AND keep the same season.

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/11/24


Chapter 41
Feel the Kiss

By Gypsy Blue Rose




enwrapped in your arms


I can ignore the snow and

feel the kiss of spring



Author Notes The next poem or chapter in this book should contain 7/7 syllables to maintain the alternating pattern of a 5/7/5 poem followed by a 7/7poem, with a connecting theme.


Chapter 42
~ Winter Storm ~

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 
winter storm knocks on the door

while we share warm memories
 
 
 
 

Author Notes I followed June Sargent's 5/7/5 stanza

enwrapped in your arms
I can ignore the snow and
Feel the kiss of spring
======================
RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem

LINKING STANZAS is very important. Poets, please make sure your stanza follows the previous one AND keep the same season.

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Pictures from Pinterest. Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/12/24



Chapter 43
Snowdrops

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

snowdrops   wait to kiss

     the coquette cherry blossoms —

with pink blushing cheeks

 

 

 

 

Author Notes we have been writing about the winter season, with this 5/7/5 I am transitioning to up coming spring.

coquette = flirting girl

Snowdrops are among the first flowers to bloom in late winter, often pushing through snow-covered ground to signal the arrival of spring.

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. Renga is complicated and requires a good understanding of the form but if you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information click here


THE BOOK OF RENGA FORM
How To Write a Renga Poem

LINKING STANZAS is very important. Poets, please make sure your stanza follows the previous one AND keep the same season.

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the poem.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE THIRD POET writes a 5/7/5 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

THE FOURTH POET writes a 7/7 stanza links to the previous chapter with same theme.

The process continues repeating the same process on and one. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more..

When you open the book, notice the type of stanza (5/7/5) or (7/7) and follow the order abiding by the Steps of the Book of Renga Form.

To post your chapter, scroll down, above the review box and Click on ADD CHAPTER.

Before you post, make sure you have the right chapter. To check, look at the top of the post page, there are a series of chapter numbers in blue, whatever the last chapter is, yours will come after that one. To open the book, click here

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HISTORY
RENGA was created in the 13th century. Renga poems were typically composed during gatherings of poets but could also be composed by single poets. The linked poems had a seasonal word (kigo) and a dash (kireji). Each renga verse only relates to its immediate neighbors, the one before and the one after. The most important rule of linking was that links could only exist between two adjacent verses, i.e. a verse could not be connected with any verses aside from the one it was being linked to.
if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/13/24


Chapter 45
Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom

By Gypsy Blue Rose



cherry blossoms in full bloom

as snow melts on Mount Fuji

Author Notes The next post or chapter should contain 5/7/5 syllables to maintain the alternating pattern of a 5/7/5 syllable poem followed by a 7/7, with a connecting theme.


Chapter 46
Flower of the Heart

By Gypsy Blue Rose

In splendor we watch

cherry blossoms warm our hearts~

hopeful love returns

Author Notes 5/7/5 Renga


Chapter 47
Cheerful Bumble Bee

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

cheerful bumble bee hovers,

over buds going buzz buzz

 

 

Author Notes PREVIOUS RENGA stanza by RJ Heritage
In splendor we watch
cherry blossoms warm our hearts~
hopeful love returns

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

to checkout the Renga Book click here

if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/15/24


Chapter 48
Field of Fresh Flowers

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 
 

field of fresh flowers

    garbed in picturesque palette —

 nature's Sunday best 

 

 
 

Author Notes Follows my 7/7 renga stanza

cheerful bumble bees hovers
over buds going buzz buzz

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

to checkout the Renga Book click here

if you want to read more about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/16/24


Chapter 49
A Bit of Sunshine

By Gypsy Blue Rose



rabbit comes out of dark hole

to catch a bit of sunshine

Author Notes To continue this journey the next poem or chapter should contain 5/7/5 syllables - maintaining the pattern of. 5/7/5 to be followed by a poem with 7/7 syllables and so on.


Chapter 50
Bunny's Safe Home

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

bunny runs safe home


it pokes out its ears and nose—


hunter holds his breath

 

 

 

Author Notes I followed June Sargent's 7/7 stanza

Rabbit comes out of dark hole
To catch a bit of sunshine

(The stanza follows the same theme and season trying not to repeat words)
====================================================

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

if you want to read additional info about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/17/24


Chapter 51
The Gunshot Misses

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

gunshot misses little prey,

hops into rabbit hole safe

 

 

Author Notes Previous chapter

bunny runs safe home
it pokes out its ears and nose- hunter holds his breath

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

if you want to read additional info about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/18/24


Chapter 52
Serene

By Gypsy Blue Rose



swan glides gracefully

across pristine lotus pond ~

serenity reigns




Author Notes The next poem or chapter in this book of Renga should contain 7/7 syllables to maintain the pattern of a 5/7/5 poem followed by 7/7, with a connecting theme.


Chapter 53
Birds and Fat Frogs

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

birds and fat frogs serenade

as fireflies hover above

 

 

Author Notes In my poem i have "daytime fireflies" These fireflies are active during the day and are less well-known than their nocturnal counterparts. They live in moist environments, such as woodland edges.

this 7/7 renga poem follows the previous 5/7/5 renga poem

swan glides gracefully
across pristine lotus pond
serenity reigns

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

if you want to read additional info about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) copyright 12/21/24


Chapter 54
Mating Moves

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-author Renga book for everyone. Book and Chapter by Gypsy Blue Rose (c)

 

 

wading through the pond

crane performs its mating moves

neath the spotlight moon

 

 

 

Author Notes Follows the previous renga poems:
5/7/5
swan glides gracefully
across pristine lotus pond
serenity reigns
...................................................
7/7 renga poem
birds and fat frogs serenade
as fireflies hover above
...................................................

RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here


HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

if you want to read additional info about renga click here
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The January Full Moon is called many names: Wolf Moon, Old Moon, Moon After Yule, Ice Moon, and Snow Moon.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CRANES AND HERONS:

Cranes
=Are social birds and can be seen in pairs or groups. They form large flocks, especially during migration, but are territorial during the breeding season
=Have striking plumage with shades of gray, white, and hints of red on their heads. They have smaller beaks
=They engage in complex mating dances involving wing flapping and vocalizations. They are known for their lifelong pairing bonds.
=have long legs and shorter beaks.
=Cranes defend their nesting sites aggressively,

HERON
=Are typically solitary hunters but can form colonies for breeding. Their mating displays are less elaborate than cranes but involve calls and neck stretching.
=Herons can become protective of their chosen nesting trees.
=Have dagger-like beaks slender bodies
=Have more muted colors, often gray, blue, or white. The Great Blue Heron has blue-gray feathers.

Despite these differences, both species thrive in wetland habitats and are territorial during the breeding season.

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

pictures from Pinterest, the bottom is an East African crane.

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) copyright 12/22/24



Chapter 55
Mutual Admiration

By Gypsy Blue Rose



cocky cohorts flaunt their crowns ~
the girls will be so impressed!


Author Notes To maintain the pattern in the book of Renga, the next poem or chapter should contain 5/7/5 syllables, to be followed by one with 7/7 syllables, with a connecting theme.


Chapter 56
Mute Swans

By Gypsy Blue Rose

Author Note:Multi-Author Renga Book. Everyone is welcome to contribute chapters

mute swans in the pond

    share life-long love gracefully—

there’s no need for words

 

 

Author Notes Mute Swans live in freshwater habitats such as lakes, ponds and marshes but can also be found near the ocean. They form monogamous pairs and mate for life.

PREVIOUS RENGA POEMS:

wading through the pond
crane performs its mating moves
neath the spotlight moon
----------------------------
Crested cranes flaunt their spiked crowns
The girls will be so impressed
====================================================
RENGA is a unique collaborative Japanese style of poetry in which multiple poets write alternating stanzas. It was created in Japan in the 13th century. Renga requires a good understanding of the form. If you need help do not hesitate to contact me.. for more information about Renga poems click here

HOW TO WRITE A RENGA POEM:

It's very important to LINK your Renga stanza to the previous stanza keeping the same theme and season of the year. to check out the Renga Book click here

FIRST POET - starts with a three-line haiku 5/7/5 that sets the theme and season of the year.

THE SECOND POET writes a 7/7 stanza that links to the previous 5/7/5 chapter with the same theme and season of the year.

This pattern (5/7/5 stanza followed by a 7/7 stanza) continues on and on. Some renga books can be 100 stanzas or more.

To post your chapter, scroll down the renga poem page you are reading. Above the review box click on ADD CHAPTER.

if you want to read additional info about renga click here

Thank you for reading and reviewing my poem.

Gypsy

Book, presentations, and poems by Gypsy Blue Rose (c) 12/24/24


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