| General Poetry posted October 5, 2019 |
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October Even-the- Odds Offering
Treasure October's Ways
by Mrs. KT
October* Even-the-Odds Poem Contest Winner
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Writing Prompt Write an Even the Odds Poem pertaining to anything in *October's First Thirty Days... that is, ANYTHING to do with the month (Autumn, Fall Break, weddings, cool air, wet weather, baseball playoffs,... etc) EXCEPT Halloween and its associated activities. ;) We will be Halloweened-out by the time the 31st arrives, so this will be your 'Halloweenless Offering' for the month! ;) Now, without the mention of Halloween or it's costumed and candy-gathering activities, impress us, make us laugh, make us cry, but just get us to vote for yours! :) Smile, folks - it's only a contest. I don't have anything against Halloween... I promise. ;) ;) As a reminder, the 'Even-the-Odds' poetry format has a syllable count of 2-4-6-8-10-9-7-5-3-1 [starts out with evens and finishes with odds] The first line (two syllables) and the last line (one syllable) are essentially synonyms There is no rhyme requirement, although it isn't discouraged. An example is included at the end of this announcement, although REMEMBER TO CENTER your text [very loosely resembling a diamond-shape] Evening Performance By Y. M. Roger Fairies Flit through the air Chromatic symphony Of effulgent streaks and glitter Performing 'neath where the trees meet the stars Tonight, the crickets and frogs join in Enhancing the vibrant show You?ll never forget Dancing with Sprites! |
October* Even-the-Odds Poem Contest Winner |
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Please Note: The zodiac sign for October is Libra. Astrological symbol: Scales. The sign of the Scales is influential for those born September 23 - October 21, when the Sun is considered to be in Libra. It is suggestive of knowledge, balance, and justice. (https://www.thehoroscope.co/zodiac-signs/october-2-zodiac-libra.html)
Also: In my part of the world, spring-flowering bulbs are planted in October - under Libra's skies - to ensure blooms in the Spring.
Photograph: google images.com
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and 2 member cents. Also: In my part of the world, spring-flowering bulbs are planted in October - under Libra's skies - to ensure blooms in the Spring.
Photograph: google images.com
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