look
up in the sky
hope is there
between the beams of light
darkness retreats
room for joy
make space in your being
never leave for tomorrow
the opportunity is here and now
the opportunity is here and now
never leave for tomorrow
make space in your being
room for joy
darkness retreats
between the beams of light
hope is there
up in the sky
look
David’s W3 – prompt:
II. Aboli’s prompt guidelines
Write a reverse poem. A reverse poem can be read forward and backward (top to bottom or bottom to top, line by line). The meaning of the poem changes depending on the direction you read it in.
Examples of reverse poems
- ‘Lost Generation’ by Jonathan Reed
- ‘Pretty Ugly’ by Abdullah Shoaib
- ‘Doppelgänger’ by James A. Lindon
If you want an extra challenge, try writing your poem in exactly eight or twelve lines.
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The power of a positive mindset. Well done on the prompt, Elizabeth. 👏👏💜
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Thanks so much! 🙂
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Excellent – love this.
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Thanks so much!
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Nicely done
💞Suzanne
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Thanks, Suzanne!
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A very lyrical look at the benefits of a positive outlook! Just what I needed this morning! ❤
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That’s nice! Glad to it inspired you!
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Excellent
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Thanks, Christine!
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I really like this. The reverse intensifies the message well. (K)
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Thanks so much! 🙂
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A lovely and inspiring poem Elizabeth
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Thanks, Sadje!
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You’re welcome
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It reads so beautifully both ways, Elizabeth ❤️ It really encourages us to look on the bright side.
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Thanks, Aboli! I love the prompt!
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Elizabeth,
Elizabeth, your reverse poem gracefully urges us to embrace hope in the present. The concise lines, especially “make space in your being,” resonate with a profound call to mindfulness. Your uplifting words create a compelling and optimistic piece.
~David
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Yes, David! You got it! Appreciating the beauty of the present moment. 🙂
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Hi, Elizabeth! 👋🏻
Just wanna let you know that this week’s W3, hosted by l’il ol’ me, is now live:
Enjoy!
Much love,
David
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Thanks David, just published it! Love the new form!
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Good job Elizabeth!
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Thanks, Jane!
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Well done, Elizabeth! I like how it reads both ways.
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Thanks, Lois! Happy you liked it! 🙂
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