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INNOCENCE
From her lofty heights
Innocence dives
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From her lofty heights
Innocence dives
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Into the sea of reality
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Wow, I actually felt the
Wow, I actually felt the plummet, the brief updraft "Into the sea of reality", then finally the nosedive with a splash suggested. Very impressive calligram.
I did not know my poem was called a calligram.
Thanks for educating me on a point of ignorance about poetry. You are never too old to learn. (Age 74)
You're welcome. I have to
You're welcome. I have to apologize for something. I was so tired last night that I didn't make a fully accurate interpretation of this poem. After reading it again, coherent, I realize it's even more brilliant than I realized: The line "Into the sea of reality" is when she hits the water, and then the downward swoop represents sinking, and finally, drowning.
Insightful and innovative work. Enjoyed!
Shape poems are both fun and
Shape poems are both fun and active in bringing its story across in impacting ways. Thanks for sharing!
here is poetry that doesn't always conform
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