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Her Former Self

Painting is Titled: Her Former Self
© Scott Hutchison
http://www.scotthutchison.com/

Let the image inspire
Rhyme like there is no tomorrow. Yes, I said RHYME.

NO FREE VERSE

Make it interesting.
Make it real.
Make it magic!
Make me feel...

Dig deep into yourself.
Use the power of unforced rhyme to express your
thoughts inspired by this image.
I love form, alliteration, poetic device of all kinds
and exceptional rhyme - which of course is what I am expecting.

Remember, good rhyme can be a whole world of creativity.
Making it good and smooth can sometimes take a lot more talent
than one might think. If you are sold on free verse I urge you
to take a stab at this.

Exploration is truly - good for the soul.

If you use the image, PLEASE credit the artist.

THE RULES:

1. NO Free verse. Rhyme only.
2. Please, no sticky caps.
3. No cutting, suicide, etc.
4. PLEASE left align - it's how you would send it to a publisher.
5. Proper spelling, punctuation and grammar.
6. Explore a newer, rhyming side of YOU and have fun.

Contest is Over

  • Contest was judged on September 9, 2007
  • Rewards: Gold: 3000, Silver: 1500, Bronze: 500, Honorable mention: 8 people
  • Final notes:
    I want to say that there really were some terrific entries. Some of you came in at the last minute and simply floored me with your entries. I cannot wait to see who is who in this contest.

    I would like to take a moment to point out "a girl made whole". This is truly a brilliant piece written in Kyrielle form, however, this artist has made the poem new and alive with the times. Truly a noteworthy piece that I think every one of you should take a moment to stop and read. I truly shows how rhyme and form can simply be brilliant and current.

    I was the true winner in this contest as I was able to enjoy such a variety of verse in its various rhymed and poetic forms. A real treat for me.

    KNOW THIS, there was not one poem in this contest that does not deserve recognition. Thank you all for another wonderful contest.

    Again, you have all presented poetry worthy of more than an AP contest and if I could have given gold to everyone I would have.

    Thank you all so very much. ~Pamela

Contest Winners

  1. barren by cannibal
    by EvilKate 110 lines, 5 comments, on Sep 6 5:51 AM 2007. In Adult (concepts), Society, Feminism, Double-standards
    Gold trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  2. Error: Unable to find finalist item 3350518, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  3. Ah! Black And White
    Ah ! Black and white,
    soul, separating skin from bone
    by kaibab 71 lines, 4 comments, on Aug 25 5:45 PM 2007
    Bronze trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  4. Error: Unable to find finalist item 3342604, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  5. Missing Machinery
    Her world seemed so simple
    Black and white
    by danceswsquirrels 62 lines, 5 comments, on Sep 7 11:39 PM 2007. In Sad, fantasy
    Honorable mention
    • Viewed by judge. [remove]
  6. Professional Victim
    She tiptoes to the horizon at dawn. Suddenly, radiance floods her void.
    by TooRainbow 42 lines, 6 comments, on Sep 5 3:52 AM 2007. In Abuse, Contest, Hope, Spiritual
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  7. Her Former Self
    Help her to understand and find Every reason that divides her mind
    by DragonBlue 17 lines, 3 comments, on Aug 28 9:49 PM 2007. In Life, Sad, Thoughts
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  8. The smallest piece.
    by FlaviusArrianus 39 lines, 2 comments, on Aug 27 10:52 AM 2007
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  9. Error: Unable to find finalist item 3341896, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  10. Puzzled Pieces Of Her Loss
    She sat in pieces, darkness glooming; aching from descent. As obtusely as it started, disregarded from intent.
    by oOJohnOo 38 lines, 3 comments, on Aug 25 3:50 PM 2007
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  11. [ parts of me are missing ]
    parts of me are missing
    not sure of where they are
    by grannyeri 27 lines, 2 comments, on Sep 7 6:16 PM 2007. In Thoughts, Weird, Other, Pain, Life, Fantasy
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  12. Oh! Those Wrinkles ...
    A mirror serves to only shock
    what will not go away ...
    by waydownuponjoy 28 lines, 7 comments, on Aug 26 10:20 AM 2007. In Contest, Thoughts, Society, Women
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  13. ~*Depression*~
    Pictures of my former self
    Remain upon the broken shelf
    by JustSimplyLissa 20 lines, 4 comments, on Aug 27 11:28 AM 2007. In depression, sad, thoughts
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]

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  • adsaige
    August 25, 2007
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    I think...

    I had the perfect poem for this...hm, I'll try this just for you. I see you're dishing out major points here. Lol! Coolio...I'm bookmarking this and let's see what we'll get!


  • pattyann4500
    August 25, 2007
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    Hey! That looks like I feel lately! I'll try something and get it posted later. Looks like it should be a fun contest.


  • Idle Mind Wondering silver member
    August 26, 2007
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    rhyme! mmmm. well it must then be of unexpected form


  • Blue Rew silver member
    August 28, 2007
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    Again, you capture an audience of wonderful talent with these visions of inspiration! I've been reading and know you must love taking judging to
    the next level...I know you must enjoy all these excellent writes. Blue