In Ache's Sea, Longing (demise)

Nabla Del (shape or concrete poetry form)

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Author's Note

"NABLA DEL"
an original shape or concrete poetry 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 each separated by a free space.
It can be a challenge … if you try it, just have fun!

Painting: Sadness, contemporary oil on canvas, by Francesco Depentor

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

Reviews

[Lisasview]

Wow, wee.... yet, another style of poetry to ponder as I struggle over my newest form... This so well explained in your authors notes..how kind and gracious of you!! This one of yours, so full of life and love...
Ah ... such is life and, oh so fickle the longing ... and, then to be left.. aching...I relate in oh so many ways..as we get older and life flitters by, we all have so many memories of past loves...held onto for awhile and then gone..
Your delicious poem made me go back to many past times ...many memories..
Really enjoyed this read of yours...
Lisa, on the computer of a couple of dear minutes..

[Richard🖌]

Well, gosh, Lisa 🙄

How could I have ever missed such a wonderfully laid gathering of words that virtually dance up and off the page in praise and expressed appreciation for this rare concrete/shape form.
That you actually understand and relate to the poem, itself, that it brought back lovelorn memories, means so much more than a bard's simple diction can convey.

Thank you for enjoying anything from my grateful pen.
Warmest hugs to You ⁓ Richard🖌

[Lisasview]

I am delighted that you saw my review of your wonderful words dearest Richard. Strange because I wrote it about a month ago... I think sometimes reviews do not show up when they are actually posted??
Anyway, you are more than welcome.. it is my pleasure to review your work.
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

Sometimes,
The site does not send an email notice of reviews, review comments, and even messages … it happens occasionally.

[Lisasview]

I thought so because as I said I wondered what happened with all the reviews I wrote for your poems and Sonnets, etc..
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

Well, I'm not the only one this has happened to … several have messaged asking if I know what's up?
If you know of any more of your reviews I've not attended to, please, let me know, but let's do it on Chat.

[Lisasview]

Sure...no problem

[Lopa Banerjee]

wow this is fascinating both in form and content!!

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Lady Lopa 🌾

What graciously lovely things to say.
I am most grateful you think so! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Another 'original' from a master of verse that challenges all to not only construct a piece, but to pack it full of descriptive pathos. Think I and many others would fail where you have succeeded Richard.

[Richard🖌]

G'day, Me Fine Friend 🤜🤛

What a treat on this cold, overcast Autumn spree to receive your graciously warming words in appreciation and gratification for this unique little Shape form.
There is scant doubt that, if a poet with your skill level took a mind to compose a Nabla Del, as several others have, it would most wonderfully rival my own simple attempt.

Thank you most gratefully, John, and be sure to let me know if you compose one … I would be so very honored! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Gonna give it a try Richard. Love to try but my writing style is from emotion into 'shape' not form to emotion. Whereas you can marry both.

[Richard🖌]

As can You, one of our site's prime artists of note. ✍
I'm giddy at the thought!

[poetgurl]

Ah well, but that's love for you...
Amazing description of love, a love without boundaries.
You can set boundaries but love flows where it will.
Awesome write here

[Richard🖌]

Mm, a triple treat of reviews from our lovely Poetess! 😃

Thank you ever-so warmly and sincerely for all your delightful attention … I'm feeling a bit spoiled, but I'm keeping your every lovely word. ; )
It seems you speak of love with a certain understanding and knowing depth in ways that reveal you've "been there-done that", and who better to write for and share my poetry than one who can relate so sincerely.

"Love flows where it will" … no truer words ever spoken.
I thank you most warmly, Dear Lady-Poet, for speaking them to Me! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[poetgurl]

not a problem, your writes are quite lovely and leave intriguing thoughts behind them.

[Richard🖌]

Your voice leaves me feeling truly blessed, Dear Poetess … thank you ever-so warmly. 😌

[poetgurl]

not a problem. I don't get on here too much for I stay busy. looking for another learning segment from you eventually. Take care

[Richard🖌]

Always,
Available for You. : )

[Unspoken poet]

This is so wonderful, love the lay out of this write. This is wonderful

[Richard🖌]

Thank you so very much, Kay-T 🌿

It is such a gratifying reward knowing you've found favor in one of my humble little efforts … smiles 'n hugs! ⁓ Richard🍃

[Just Kim]

Love the form and the layout of this write, This is a very well written write so full of emotion.

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Lady Kym ♬

It is so nice to see you've returned … I hope you've been keeping safe and well.
Thank you ever so warmly for loving anything about this little shape poem, and for your lovely encouraging praise. : )

You're just what I needed to gift a morning smile … big HUG! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Just Kim]

my server went down, and i have been really busy. things are slowing down somewhat...

[Richard🖌]

Sorry to hear that, Kym. : /
I hope it's all soon sorted for you.

[J. J. Nightingale]

Carissimo Richard, sei una meraviglia ... un vero artista ... ti lascio un caldo bacio ..


Jazzy

[Richard🖌]

Ahhh, così adorabile 🌸

Con una così dolce carezza di lode e un bacio invitante così calorosamente, come potevo fare a meno di arrendermi. ; )

Grazie con un bacio tutto mio, dolce cara Jasmine ⁓ Richard 🍃

[J. J. Nightingale]

Siete i benvenuti ... baci

XX

[Richard🖌]

Ehm, lo adoro!

[Kay Salisu Titilola]

You've always been an inspiration to me anytime I read your writings.
This come with another style and I love it.

Keep it up sir.

[Richard🖌]

Hello there, Kay : )

How wonderful of you to select one of my original efforts to read and review, and to leave such encouraging praise and appreciation for a hopeful olde bard.

That you love and are inspired by anything about my poetry is sheer joy for me.
Thank you sincerely, My Fine Friend! ⁓ Richard 🍃