POEM STARTER
Compose a ghazal about a love that transcends decades, weathering all life's trials.
A ghazal is an Arabic poem that consists of a minimum of five couplets, with the second line of each couplet always ending with the same word. They are usually about the beauty of love in spite of difficulty.
Safe
When I say
Be safe
What I mean is
Please wear your seatbelt
And drive the speed limit
Remember to look both ways
Before crossing the street
Bundle up in a scarf and coat
When it’s cold outside
Remember to drink water
Staying hydrated every day
Make sure you take a snack along
Before heading out of the house
Get enough sleep each night
You deserve more rest
Keep a bottle of Advil in your car
Don’t concentrate on pain while driving
If you’re out drinking
Order an Uber ahead of time
So when I say
Be safe
It is because your life
Is more precious than gold
When I say
Be safe
What I wish I could say is
I love you
