I am doing the impossible today! (Which, afterwards, would make it possible because then, well, I did it.)
In this post, I will do 3 prompts in one!
My Poetry Workshop, Stasha’s Monday Listicles, and Galit/Alison’s Memories Captured.
Yep. Awesome, right?
THE PROMPTS:
Poetry Workshop: Write a story in the form of a poem. Easy one, right? Write a story from your life, a made up one, or any story you want! This kinda makes me think of Dr. Seuss poems…
Monday Listicles: A list of 10 loves!Memories Captured: February Memories
I give you my mushy wedding photo, with 10 words of love around it, and underneath, a love story written in narrative verse!
(If you wrote a poem this week – narrative or not – please do link up with us and play along!)
A LOVE STORY
She flew from across the sea, to that place they call “Land of the Free”
He was already there from the beginning, in the city – surviving
She had the best of times, those high school years
He was zooming with high colors through his college years
She entered the scene as he was a senior
He met her on the volleyball court – indoors
She hardly noticed him as she played along
He couldn’t help his heart from hearing her song
She went her way, her life moved on
He graduated, from there he was gone
But he came back after two years, to continue his post-grad studies
He didn’t expect to see her again, and his heart to sing sweet melodies
She met him again on the volleyball court, but this time she noticed him
He said hello, loved her smile, and thought how to get her to like him
She fell for the silent, handsome type – after so many double dates
He was smitten with her – it must’ve been fate
She finished college and grad school with him at her side
He made all the plans to make her his bride
She said yes….to have and to hold
He promised that together, they would grow old
She became his wife, mother to their little ones
He became her husband, father to their daughters and son
She now sings of his love, everyday
He does all he can to show his love in every way
And as the years pass, their family will grow
And of their love, the whole world will know.
Oh my gosh I love it. It's cool how you went all super poet and used all three of those.
Super poet? You flatter me! *giggle* I'm glad you loved it!
Twitter: kerstinauer
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great picture – love those little graphics you put in there! 3 in one – creative!
Kerstin recently posted..Memories Captured in February
Thanks. I did it using an app on my phone! I love it. Happy you liked it too!
Wow Janice. Not only a you a major multitasker, talented designer and poet; you are so beautiful. Love the way you told your love story. I did not know you were a volleyball player! Love this post. Happy Valentine's day xo
Stasha recently posted..Monday Listicles
Oh. You so make me blush. I'm glad you liked it. And yep. I'm a volleyballer. Setter to be in fact. Wish I could get back into it again though. Can't find the time since I got my kids! Haha! Maybe when they get older? =P
Twitter: rorybore
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so we are a great match of the poetic mindset — but you can also set for my spike!? you are super!
RoryBore recently posted..Wordless Wednesday: Sugar Overload
AWESOME!!! I'll give ya a perfect set anytime you want! =D
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What a beautiful poem and a gorgeous picture of you two! Happy Valentine's Day!
Alison@Mama Wants Th recently posted..Snot and Vacations
Thank you. It's one of my favorite pics of the two of us! Happy Valentine's Day to you too!
amazing how you used all three prompts! I am very impressed! A very lovely and loving post.
I'm glad you liked it! It was a toughie but it was pretty fun to do. Might do it again! Heehee.
Twitter: GalitBreen
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Such a beautiful and creative ode to your love!
Galit Breen recently posted..Memories Captured February Linky!
Thank you. It was fun linking up with you ladies on this one. Been meaning to do it for a while. I think Valentine's Day really gave me great motivation to do so! Thanks for the link-up! Can't wait for next month's!
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Wow! What a beautiful poem and tribute you and your hubby. You're so beautiful – a glowing bride
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Thank you. I think every bride should feel beautiful on their wedding day. I certainly did. =)
Great job! I can't believe you put all that into one tiny little post. Amazing. And – I love the wedding photo. Ok. and the words that went with it. Kristen
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Thanks! I've been meaning to link up with Stasha and Galit/Alison for a while but hadn't gotten around to do doing so. I thought today's post would be a perfect chance to do so! Came out better than I thought!
Twitter: jesterqueen
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I love your wedding picture! I met a lady today whose anniversary is Valentines day. She said she had to get married on Val-day because her last name became LOVE. You both seem to be looking beyond the camera to a future only you can see. How utterly romantic. (Something I discovered since I met my now husband a dozen years ago. I'm a closet romantic. Who knew?) I love the font you've used, too.
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Aw, thanks. I'm glad you liked it. And I'm glad you've embraced your inner romantic side! Welcome to the club!
That gorgeous photo took my breath away and your love story makes me smile!
Coffee Lovin' M recently posted..A Valentine to Remember
Thanks. I smile whenever I remember it too! =)
You were such a beautiful bride! Stunning. AND your poem is so inspiring, although I know I suck at literature and writing, especially poems
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Julie recently posted..lumineers
Thank you very much!
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You are very talented, what a great way to describe your path together. And the beautiful wedding photo, aww, swoon.
Karin @Mommy's recently posted..What are little boys made of? (Memories Captured)
Thank you very much! That photo is actually one of my favorites!
You were a beautiful bride! I love the tiara! Beautiful post!
sara@domesticallycha recently posted..Wordless Wednesday: Why I Do Not Cook
Thank you! I loved my tiara too. It was the only day I've ever gotten to wear one! =)
I like this idea of framing a photo with words. Very cool.
Thanks. Sometimes I can't decide which part of the photo I should "cover" with words, so I go for the frame instead. =)
Twitter: rorybore
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right here, this is why you are The Muse!
I love, love, love your wedding picture! And what a great love story. I met a cute boy on the indoor volley court once too. but he couldn’t return my jump serve, or my spike, and well….that was pretty much the end of that. guess he wasn’t the strong type.
be back tomorrow with my narrative…..it is done on paper….but is taking a bit of time to type! (yes, that’s kind of a warning about the length — it’s almost epic! LOL)
RoryBore recently posted..Wordless Wednesday: Sugar Overload
Wow. Epic huh? Will I need to set aside a time block to read it? LOL. Oh I can’t wait to see what you’ve come up with!!!!
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linked up!
it's definitely new ground for me!
RoryBore recently posted..Poetry Workshop: Narrative
Awesome! I am off to read your epic poem!
What a great story in poem fashion!!
Jamie recently posted..all you need is love
Thank you. It was challenging but fun!