Jane Dougherty has come up with a theme for May . It is 42, now Jane discribes it thus: “42 after Douglas Adams’ answer to the question of life, the universe and everything. The form is like the Cherita in its structure with a bit of added interest. The first line/stanza asks a question or makes a statement that begs a question, the second stanza/two lines sets the scene or the background, the last stanza/three lines answers the question or resolves it in some way.”
Why are you here in my dream
Largest polar bear I’ve seen
To talk to me you seem so keen
Is it because the world is dying
No point for the tears I’m crying
This poor world is sighing.