The following is in response to Colleen Chesebro’s weekly poetry challenge. This week’s words are ‘Hobby” and “play.” The trick here is to write a syllabic poem using only the synonyms of these words. Note that I use “pleasurable pastime” and “have fun” as synonyms. you can click the Play button below the poem to hear me recite it.
Reading a good book,
a pleasurable pastime,
I have fun with words,
words that take me far away
from the stresses of the day.
My Books
My Ideal Partner: How I Met, Married, and Cared for the Man I Loved Despite Debilitating Odds
That’s Life: New and Selected Poems
How to Build a better Mousetrap: Recollections and Reflections of a Family Caregiver
A lovely Tanka poem, Abbie. When I settle in for the night, to read before falling asleep… that’s my favorite time of the day. ❤
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I also enjoy reading before bed. thank you for stopping by and commenting.
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You’re so welcome. ❤️
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Love this and totally agree with you about the power of words to transport you to a more peaceful place.
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Thank you.
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I haven’t picked up a book and stuck with it in so long, need to change that. Lovely poem.
Pat
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Thank you. I hope you can get back into reading. It’s a great pastime.
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Books are a great escape! (K)
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I agree. Thank you for stopping by.
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