POEM STARTER
Inspired by A. Canvas
Write an Oulipo poem about winter. Oulipo poetry is written by setting strict rules for yourself. These rules are up to you, but the goal is to give yourself a challenge.
Be sure to list the rules you followed to inspire and create new forms!
The delicate Seed
My rules are that the next line starts with the last word of the previous line.
The Delicate Seed
Fragile like a delicate seed
Seed of hope that starts to grow
Grow into a connection so strong
Strong like the roots that run deep
Deep in the earth anchored below
Below our silent strength unseen
Unseen by the naked eyes
Eyes that in darkness shine bright
Bright enough to guide us through
Through valleys deep and mountains high
High to low and everywhere in between
In between is just a vibrant space
Space where you can find your soul
Soul this inner space brings inner calm
Calm is waiting for you to begin
Begin again like the fragile seed.