DAY 8 NaPoWriMo : Today’s prompt is write a poem in the English style of an ottava rima which is an eight-line stanza of iambic pentameter. I have attempted two Stanzas.
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Sorrows
I sought to drive my sorrows out but they did not wish to go.
They refused point blank to leave me even though I begged them so.
I thought I may be able to drown them in whisky or in gin.
I tried very hard but those blighters had actually learnt to swim.
I wished them goodnight and went up to bed.
Sadly when I tried to sleep they had migrated and were waiting in my head!
I sit and and shake my fists and bury my head in my hands
I really need a rest but my sorrows have other plans .
I run out the house and into the woods.
But the sorrows can out run me and so that is no good.
Stopping and turning as I flee, I see
those damn miserable sorrows are still after me.
I have had enough, if I just sit down,
these sorrows are just screwing me around.
I am afraid awake and terrified asleep,
I fear these sorrow are after my mind for keeps.
Apr 08, 2013 @ 17:21:50
Impressive: not only achieving the designated form, but thought and content, too. Poetry is hard – well done. (Cat sent me over)
Apr 08, 2013 @ 17:33:18
Thank you very much, I enjoyed writing it!
Apr 08, 2013 @ 17:50:57
I salute you, Willow, for following the prompts! I’m participating, but writing my poems as they arrive :-). Perhaps next year I’ll be brave enough to have a go at the prompts. Great poem 🙂
Apr 08, 2013 @ 17:55:36
Thank you Angela , I really appreciate you taking the time to read my poems! I have enjoyed the prompts so much so far I do hope I can keep it up!!
Apr 08, 2013 @ 19:59:03
You’re doing awesomely, Willow. It’s wonderful to see 🙂
Apr 08, 2013 @ 20:03:13
Thank you Noeleen, are so supportive, your words mean so much to me. 😉 xxxxxxxxxx
Apr 08, 2013 @ 21:26:30
Great images in this poem, and it flows nicely.
Apr 08, 2013 @ 21:31:31
Thank you so much! I enjoyed writing it.
Apr 09, 2013 @ 08:45:20
those pesky sorrows, Sweet Willow, … once they have hold they niggle away…. but you gave ’em a trouncing, twice this day…… You win by a mile my friend with your poetry, and they faded to nothing …. xPenx
Apr 09, 2013 @ 09:37:47
Yes Pen we never never give up! I shall sort them out! Perhaps our dear green and scaly friend could help to smoke them out!I am glad you like the poem!
Apr 09, 2013 @ 12:55:24
Fyrespike to the rescue, Sweet Willow, can you see the smoke? (I think he’s changed baccy brands,,, phewwww!!..) . AND I must do an update soon, on his story…. I keep promising myself time and time again but.. sheesh!! time… takes no flipping notice… 🙂 xPenx..
Apr 09, 2013 @ 17:50:31
I see him steaming this way!! and yes Tempus fugit!
Apr 09, 2013 @ 10:48:41
I vote we burn them, evil little buggers. Good job on following the prompt, I was only able to do this one halfway.
Apr 09, 2013 @ 10:56:30
well done I shall l burn them!! I do love a challenge but I may not be able to do all the prompts! 😉
Apr 09, 2013 @ 14:18:47
Hello Willow, Why did I take so long to find you? Really like this poem and your “about me” text on your gravatar page. Looking forward to reading lots more.
Apr 09, 2013 @ 17:46:15
Hi Monica , I don’t why but I have not met you either so I shall be over later asap to met you properly. Welcome , welcome make yourself at home!! 😉 xx
Apr 10, 2013 @ 00:18:08
Really, Really well done! I love it! The picture is fantastic too… (I haven’t forgotten I owe you an award, it’s coming… 😀 )
Apr 10, 2013 @ 07:56:46
Thank you, how is you mum, I hope she is doing well.
Apr 10, 2013 @ 01:21:49
wonderful ! reminds me of the song “Good morning Heartaches” A wonderful poem!
Apr 10, 2013 @ 07:54:43
Thank you very much!
Apr 13, 2013 @ 22:22:10
Friend I just nominated you for 3 awards, check my blog. Faithfully Deborah