Monthly Archives: December 2011

BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS – PROMPT # 35

Posted on 31 December 2011 by

This week, we’ve asked our poets to write a short poem that could fit on a gift tag. As we head into the new year, Marie and I thank all our contributing poets for their hard work and dedication. And … Continue reading →

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IN-FORM POET – Dizain

Posted on 27 December 2011 by

Ten lines rhymed; usually (though not by definition) iambic pentameter. This is originally a French form and initially would have been made up of eight syllable lines, but later ten syllable lines were also used. The few examples of this … Continue reading →

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DO NOT OPEN ‘TIL CHRISTMAS – PROMPT #35

Posted on 24 December 2011 by

Christmas morning. Visions of sugar plums take a seat from all that dancing. The mice are starting to stir, and St. Nicholas visited over night. All else is silent and still. Soon, the excitement will fill the air as wishes … Continue reading →

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BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS – PROMPT # 34

Posted on 24 December 2011 by

The last minute rush which blends into the hustle and bustle we seem to get involved in gets the spotlight this week in our march toward Dec. 25th. Tradition to preparation to the rush, we’re finally here. And so are … Continue reading →

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WEB WEDNESDAY – KELLY DONADIO

Posted on 20 December 2011 by

As Walt and I continue to promote our Poetic Bloomings family, this Web Wednesday interview is especially meaningful to me.  Today, I get to introduce you to the strong, remarkable woman I have the privilege of claiming as a cousin.  My cousin … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS A WEEK AWAY – Prompt # 34

Posted on 18 December 2011 by

Traditions and preparations aside now.  Did you remember everything? The gift for the kids? The favorite dish for Grandpa? Take a little time for yourself to just enjoy the tree? There’s always those Last Minute details to finalize before the … Continue reading →

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BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS – Prompt # 33

Posted on 17 December 2011 by

Sorry for the late post. I was ensconced in my own preparation for the holidays, making cookie, pierogi and Placek (Polish Coffee Cake). The day just got away… Last week we laid out our traditions. This week we highlighted the … Continue reading →

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IN-FORM POET – TRIOLET

Posted on 14 December 2011 by

Before we get into our form, a reminder. Please read “It’s Not Too Late…” below if you need some poetry to stuff your stocking or fill your heart. Our poets are offering their works for your purchase and enjoyment. Please … Continue reading →

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IT’S NOT TOO LATE…

Posted on 13 December 2011 by

Marie and I have received this correspondence from friend and kindred poet, Nancy Coats Posey with a fantastic and timely idea: “Could you put in a plug for my chapbook (Let the Lady Speak) and those of others in our group … Continue reading →

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“BE PREPARED” – Prompt # 33

Posted on 11 December 2011 by

Now that our Holiday traditions have been brought to the fore, the next thing we need to do for our celebration is to prepare. Decorations need to be displayed, gifts bought and wrapped, trees trimmed, cookies baked…etc. Prompt #33 asks … Continue reading →

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