Grande Aspirations ⁓  (a poet's longing)

Grande Aspirations ⁓ (a poet's longing)

A Poem by Richard🖌
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Nabla Del (a type of concrete or shape poem)

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© 2023 Richard🖌


Author's Note

Richard🖌
"NABLA DEL"
an original poetic form
created by Richard W. Jenkins
© 12 Dec 2001

In the shape of an upside down (inverted) triangle, this form must be centered for full effect, but may be aligned left or right when formatting will not permit center alignment.
There is no set syllable count per line, but each descending line must be reduced by (at least) one or two letters, until there is one word at the bottom, and a smooth sided inverted triangle has been produced.
12 Lines total are required in the following order:
1 … Opening/Introduction Line
2 … Quatrains (4-Line verses)
1 … 3-Line Closing Verse (triplet)
Rhyme scheme is: x, xbxb, xcxc, xxx (x = no rhyme). But, by author's choice, there can be more rhymes, as long as the required minimum rhyme scheme is met.
Note: The Introduction line and verses are separated by a free space.
It can be a challenge … if you try it, just have fun!

Painting: A young Rembrandt Van Rijn, self-portrait, oil on panel, c.1625

All well-meant, constructive critique is welcome! : )

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Well, what a perfect poem to read after spending a good part of my day working on my poems...
I love the image and the fabulous layout of your poem.
Gosh, how true are these words...one hopes the reader will take time to reread our words more than twice...each time gaining more about the meaning behind the words..
This original form of yours dear Richard is so interesting. It lends itself so well to your words..
I now have gone back for the fourth time to explore this new form and to capture more of you in your poem..Loved it as I do all your marvellous work...
Lisa, 7pm and about to have dinner..


Posted 1 Month Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Lisasview

1 Month Ago

Hi Richard,
Thrilled to actually have time to work on my computer..in between my always crazy.. read more
Richard🖌

1 Month Ago

Lemme know if you need a helping hand.
Lisasview

1 Month Ago

Oh I am sure I will....



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Richard: I love the visual in this form ( but I wouldn't dare an attempt myself ....Lovely words and images you have put forth, whether you are just a simple poet or not ( you are very complex)...your goal: to strive beyond best is plainly seen here ...and I like the way you asked for many readings....Excellent work!

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Hi, Betty Dear 🌺

Thank you truly. It is so very nice to see you today and to recei.. read more
Only YOU could write a poem like this. Most of us are throttled by a more modest self-assessment! I hate to even ask someone to read me once, let alone command them to "sit back for a while & read me again"!!!! Such audacity!!!! And you probably think I'm the audacious one (of us two)! *wink! wink!* Your form & execution does come across as perfection, however! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Hi, Dear Margie 🌾

You always have something interesting to offer in your reviews, .. read more
Richard, hi! Cool verse, loved it. Very well written and attractive to the eye.

~Helena~

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Hi back, Dear Helena 🥀
Thank you ever-so warmly and gratefully … happy hugs! ⁓ Richard.. read more
Richard, your humility shines through in this poem. And, you're a master poet. Aren't most of the best dismissive or hushed about their own talents? Grand aspirations realized, I'd say. The form is remarkable, the last verse like a period at the end of the best written sentence on the last page of a classic novel. I bow to you, sir.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

My fine poet friend, R.E. 🍁

Thank you ever-so gratefully for gracing this humble e.. read more
R.E. Ray

4 Years Ago

You're welcome, Richard. You're a pleasure to read and an inspiration.
ahahahaha ... judge me sins and read me ag'in :))))))))) nice sense of humor Richard. Looks to be a challenging form.... you certainly have a penchant for creating them ... the title and shape speak to me right away ... as ones aspirations may meet with obstacles and failures they sometimes peter out to one word and.........nothing .. this very personal poem to all here at the Cafe' and beyond is touching .. you bring unique, creative, thoughtful, honest poetry and I am sure many are sending your closing Love to all ... back at ya brother. in lieu of your book being completed this makes all the sense in the world .. best of good fortune always Richard
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Posted 4 Years Ago


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Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Ah, Gene, My Dear Friend 🍂

No one writes excellent reviews quite like yours … an.. read more
Einstein Noodle

4 Years Ago

oh my goodness .. you know i am lazy right?! ;) i appreciate the challenge tho ... i've been quite u.. read more
Wow, what a wonderful form here, This is one amazing piece, love the pic as well

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Thank you, Lady Kym

That you "love" anything about my humble little poetic efforts m.. read more
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Woah!!! I love this shape-poetry, this is some new kind of art, also you can say a more linked work with art and poetry. Loved this poetry, well I have one in the shape of a 'wave', you can check here- https://www.writerscafe.org/writing/MC23/2163209/ . I'd love a nice review :) *smiles*

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Hi, Lady Aurora 🌈

Thank you ever-so warmly and gratefully for such a lovely, appre.. read more
Reminds me of the Diminished Hexaverse (I think it was you who introduced me to it), but here you have achieved very smooth lines. Impressive! I will attempt it, but this one has be doubting my abilities. I doubt you have sinned, by the way; maybe a crime or two? I have posted a gogyohko, but is it successful?

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Yes, it is similar in shape to the more extended Diminished Hexaverse, Roland … good eye and memor.. read more
This is great! Thank you for the helpful information! I am going to try. Keeping to form is difficult for me. You do it so well. I do like the challenge of it.

Posted 4 Years Ago


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Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Ohhh-MY, Sandra! 😳

That you would give one of my original forms a try makes my hea.. read more
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Rye
this is just awesome, love the form and the second to last stanza, love that part. awesome write

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

4 Years Ago

Thank you ever-so warmly and gratefully, Dear Ryanna 🌈

Because you love anything a.. read more

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