Life gives back in kind colors of the wind to carry through, none destroy sing to life, and dance with joy, grin to chance squeeze out the core, out drips joy sure, you can evolve hold to a resolve the atmosphere sustains it at each latitude gain more fortitude can't take that away, admit wrinkles on a life though there may be strife by no means cancels pure souls applaud aliveness give it nobleness excuses are wimpish goals *** © 2022 selmamartin.com
From the Poetscollective.org: The Alouette, created by Jan Turner, consists of two or more stanzas of 6 lines each (12 lines or more) with the following set rules:
Syllabic: 5/5/7/5/5/7
Rhyme Scheme: aabccb
The form name is a French word meaning ‘skylark’ or larks that fly high,
the association to the lark’s song being appropriate for the musical quality
of this form. The word ‘Alouette’ can also mean a children’s song
(usually sung in a group). Although this poetry form is not necessarily
for children’s poetry (but can be applied that way), it is reminiscent of
that style of short lines. Preference for the meter accent is on the
third syllable of each line.
My Alouette today was crafted for Tanka Tuesday where the syllabic challenge explores Ekphrastic writing, inspired by visual art.
Photo Title: Russian Dancers (Public Domain)
Artist: Edgar Degas (French, Paris 1834–1917 Paris)
Date: 1899 via https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/459097
Thanks for reading.
Note: Edgar Degas’ painting, 1899, of Russian Dancers. The criteria we used to choose this painting relies heavily on current events: Putin’s war in Ukraine– he is at war, not the Russian people. They are not to blame for what’s happening.
End the war, now. I declare peace and wish miracles to everyone on planet earth.
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Beautiful sentiments, Selma. I applauded the Russian/Ukrainian woman TV producer who stood up for truth, by showing a sign behind the Russian news caster; protesting no war. She is now missing. I heard her mother is Russian, father Ukrainian. I hope this war ends soon. <3
Yes, I heard it second handed from hubby. Some days I cannot stomach the news. Some days I just cannot handle what happening.
Poor woman. She’s missing? Why do people need to be treated this way? I pray for her. I pray for them all. Stop the war!
I love how each stanza seems to portray a different time in a person’s life as they age. Great poem, Selma! 🙂
That wasn’t calculated into the writing. But now that you mention it, I’m pleased to see it interpreted that way. Goes to show how we all bring a little of ourselves when we read. Thanks so much for pointing me to what you see. I love your keen perception. Blessings. XoXo
My prayers to People of Ukraine in general as well thanks
The whole world is watching. I hope that comes to an end soon, like now. Thanks for reading and commenting. xoxo
What a timely poem! I love the feels in each stanza and how the different points of emotion and view come together to create a lovely narrative. <3
Hey, Jaya, Thanks for the visit, dear friend. And I’m so pleased you liked the narrative. I’m always so happy with your visits. I too, lovelovelove what you do. Thanks for always giving me such great points. Always great reminders. You are the best. TYSVM. xoxo
I love the feeling you create here. That feeling is real so the poem looks more elegant, dear Selma ! 💕
Elegant, you say, dear Jane? Aww. You are sweet. Thanks for reading and stopping to leave a comment. You are the best, dear lady. I hope you participate as well. Blessings. Stay sweet.
Welcome dear Selma. Yes, I participated too .. Blessings to you.❤️
wash the day away
Four words! Ok TY
Poetry is a river…
a stream of words to herd the community together.
Beautiful, Selma;) I love the flow of it.
Thanks for the visit and comment
Nicely done Selma!
I appreciate you. XoXo
love this Selma 💖
Hi, Cindy. Thanks dearie. Hope the beginning of Spring finds you in the best of health. I bless you.
I found this alouette quite poignant and beautiful, Selma, in regards to the image especially.
Thanks, Jude. So glad you appreciated it– and the visit too. Are you still drinking the champaign? A worthy celebration. xoxo
Haha, it’s out. others drunk it for me. I’m back to work on the 2nd in the trilogy.
Dance is one of the purest forms of human expression. May we all learn to do the earth’s dance of joy. (K)
To consider how it all could be – everyone dancing for joy. Prayer to all who cannot be free. And to remember to aide the blameless.
I enjoyed the image, Selma, as well as the variety of poems it evoked. Your contribution is beautiful and I love the hope. 🙂
Hey, D. So pleased with your thoughts and lovely words. I appreciate the visit immensely. Be well. xoxoxo
So beautiful, Selma.
-David
Thank you, Sir XoXo