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Monster
Teeth bared
He’s scared
His mind’s a mess
Trying to handle with finesse
But to no avail-this ship has sailed
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SESSION NINE
“LA KADUTA”
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The La Kaduta is a short, quick, fun form to compose in.
It can be about anything, leaving one’s creative side
completely open to its freewheeling whimsies.La Kaduta
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man from Austin
there once was a man from Austin
who said “I no longer drink. it’s a toxin”
he stood his ground
til the whiskey went down
and rewrote his whole fuckin doctrinesomeone I adore
there once was someone I adore
that said “we can’t do this anymore”
one drink one grin
and I’m right back in
my morals t…Read More![Profile Photo]()
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Simply fantastic, Dru!
The meter may be a bit wonky, but your creative imagery, spot-on rhymes, and dancing rhythm make your efforts worthy a pound of Elvish Gold*
I really got a very good laugh out of your unique “Only You” sense-of-humor … especially, with L4 ‘n 5, Limerick 2. ; )))
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“SESSIONS ARE HELD WEDNESDAYS”
Our next weekly session will be on
Wednesday, December 31th, 2025.
Taking a break for the holidays.
“MERRY CHRISTMAS, ONE & ALL!”
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SESSION EIGHT
🍀 THE IRISH LIMERICK 🍀
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“THE LITERARILY NONSENSICAL LIMERICK”
Most limericks are comedic, some are downright crude, and nearly all are trivial in nature. To me, what makes the Limerick so universally appealing is the combination of…Read More![Profile Photo]()
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Hey, Ya’ll!
Thanks for the “LIKE”.
Sure would like to see some great Limericks … they’re a “BLAST!”
Try one, you’ll like it … LOL!-
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been workin on one. will try have finished today.
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YAYYY!
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There once was a woman from Cork
Who ate black pudding with a fork
When the lads came around
The rumors were sound
She was better than the Duchess of York-
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A fabulous effort, Fia!
Meter’s off a bit, but with such rolicking humor and rhythmical ease, who’s counting, because you onviously intended to please. ; )
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Thanks for joining-in, Dear Poetess, and “A Happy New Year to Ya!” ⁓ Richard
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“ BACK TO POETRY BASICS ”
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This group is created to help those who want to learn new techniques in poetry, to brush-up on, and/or refine their skills.
The group is led by longtime poetry teacher, Richard “Rascal” Jenkins.
If you have questions about any aspect of poetry, he’s a wealth of knowledge and is always available to lend a hand or furnish answers.
Just message and he’ll respond.
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“DUE TO LITTLE INTEREST SHOWN,”
Sessions are on hold until further
notice; maybe, resuming this year.
Anyone interested, message me.
I wish you all “HAPPIEST WRITING.”
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Just drop-in and follow the lesson posted on your left. Anything you want to know – not included – post it on this site after you’ve finished reading, and Richard will answer.
(taking notes or copy/pasting/printing is a great idea that will serve you well as a reference while studying.)
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A laudable effort, Fia 👍
I love your imaginative theme and how you’ve creatively made this form your own with your unique touches that catch the reader’s mind’s-eye … enjoyably interesting and entertaining.
Having said that, I’ll also mention a couple of techy issues:
1. Syllable counts are out in L3 & 4 (should be 2/2), and L6 (should each be a…Read More