Yes.
Rhyme only.
Hint:
-Metaphors, imagery, emotion.
Now impress me.
-If rhyme isn't your thing, then here's a free verse contest: http://allpoetry.com/contest/show/2369248
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on September 15, 2007
- Rewards: Gold: 300, Honorable mention: 2 people
- Final notes: FYI - I don't ever host rhyme contests. And people wonder why I'm so closed minded about hosting rhyme contests. And here is why,
"Your profile says you are fifteen. I doubt any thinking person would buy that either, lest they should happen to think AP contests are actually legitimate."
And that is why I do not host rhyme contests.
Rhyme requires a lot of time for some, and those people, tend to go crazy when not 'universally recognized'.
And yes, I am just having a ball quoting this person who said all of that to me.
Maybe that person is right. -shrug- Because I don't know this person, I do not care what that person thinks.
As for my choice of winners. I just enjoyed these poems most.
I don't know much about rhyme poetry which is why I don't judge it. I'm not qualified. And I admit that.
I just thought people would appreciate the fact that I've opened my mind a bit more.
I don't plan on hosting anymore rhyme contests.
I'm done.
So, with that, thank you for the talent- some great entries for my last rhyme contest.
Who knows, maybe I will change my mind in the future when I know more about it or feel a desire to host a rhyme contest.. though.. I hardly doubt that will happen.
Anyway- I'm ranting.
This is what happens when I get mad. lol
Great job everybody congrats to the winners! =)
-shuts up-
Contest Winners
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by CitrineSunrise 33 lines, 4 comments, on Sep 14 7:43 PM 2007. In Society, Sad, Hypocrisy
Silver trophy winner
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A leaf of pure intent tumbles dangerously
upon wild wind currents• Commented on by judge. [remove] - Error: Unable to find finalist item 3405202, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
Bronze trophy winner
Honorable mention
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I'm out of love
My darliing's given me the hookby Billbard 7 lines, 1 comment, on Sep 14 6:12 PM 2007. In Lost Love.• Commented on by judge. -
I want a brand new car, With a tank full of gas.• Commented on by judge.
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I'm fond of rhyme, rhyme is not a crime,• Commented on by judge.
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Every night is an eternity, Being away from your side,• Commented on by judge.
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i've got a really good prewrite for this contest, too bad ;-(
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On the bright side, there are other contests.
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Hmmm....rhyme
Bookmarked 
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Yee-haw. -redneck voice-
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Surprising.
Will bookmark and will surely have something for you within three days.
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Lol I know right? haha
I read some of your poems a few days ago and decided it's about time for one of these.
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you closed early
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Yep. My closing comments about the contest will give you a general idea as to why.
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Thanks for the HM...sorry you had so much BS in this contest...you certainly weren't alone. Some people here at AP should pull their heads from up their asses and take a good look around.
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Definitely. Lol
Congrats on your HM - you earned it.
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Congrats to the winners. However...
http://www.allpoetry.com/poem/2887080
Just to clarify some of your remarks, please look at this link. The Scribe you offended with your comments IS an internationally-recognized, well-published author of both non-fiction, free verse & rhyming poetry ~ mainly sonnets. On this link, I have listed only 4 of his many published books. Artists tend to be emotional in their reactions to everything...& rightfully so, for it is emotion & soulfulness that makes them artists to begin with. Your saying something to the effect that his "poem didn't flow well" WAS insulting to a man who has dedicated his life to the arts & to the promotion of other writers & artists who were previously unknown. I cannot quote you exactly, but I DID read your comment & addressed your remarks in MY comment on the poem. Had you been more selective (diplomatic, for one) in the words you used to describe his writing, I rather doubt he would have become so upset with your remarks. He is a gracious person by nature. I am not doubting the talents of those that won, nor begrudging them of their awards. I am somewhat familiar with their writing, as well. However, to quote you from your final remarks:
"And yes, I am just having a ball quoting this person who said all of that to me. Maybe that person is right. -shrug- Because I don't know this person, I do not care what that person thinks.
As for my choice of winners. I just enjoyed these poems most. I don't know much about rhyme poetry which is why I don't judge it. I'm not qualified. And I admit that. I just thought people would appreciate the fact that I've opened my mind a bit more. I don't plan on hosting anymore rhyme contests. I'm done."
First you admit you know nothing about rhyme. There are numerous links, so much available information to learn about it.
This link, provided by a mutual friend, holds following information that will encourage the growth of your writing skills, so please refer to it and use it because (she) prefers to read poetry that demonstrates the following poetic devices:
http://www.kyrene.org/schools/brisas/sunda/poets/poetry2.htm
Alliteration - The repetition of initial consonant sounds.
Assonance - The repetition of vowel sounds.
Imagery - Words or phrases that appeal to any sense or any combination of senses.
Metaphor - A comparison between two objects with the intent of giving clearer meaning to one of them. Often forms of the "to be" verb are used, such as "is" or "was", to make the comparison.
Meter - The recurrence of a pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.
Onomatopoeia - The use of words which imitate sound.
Personification - A figure of speech which endows animals, ideas, or inanimate objects with human traits or abilities.
Point-of-view - The author's point-of-view concentrates on the vantage point of the speaker, or "teller", of the story or poem.
1st person: the speaker is a character in the story or poem and tells it from his/her perspective (uses "I")
3rd person limited: the speaker is not part of the story, but tells about the other characters but limits information about what one character sees and feels.
3rd person omniscient: the speaker is not part of the story, but is able to "know" and describe what all characters are thinking.
Repetition - the repeating of words, phrases, lines, or stanzas.
Rhyme - The similarity of ending sounds existing between two words.
Rhyme scheme - The sequence in which the rhyme occurs. The first end sound is represented as the letter "a", the second is "b", etc.
Simile - A comparison between two objects using a specific word or comparison such as "like", "as", or "than".
Stanza - a grouping of two or more lines of a poem in terms of length, metrical form, or rhyme scheme.
To sum this up, you offended a writer of great stature who has helped many become extraordinary writers. Not because he didn't win, but simply because of your ill-chosen words. To quote Mark Twain, "The difference between the right word and the almost-right word is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug."
Why did I bother with this? Because he is my friend. When someone hurts anyone I care for, I tend to react emotionally, as well. I've been writing for 35 years & yes, I am published, as well. You claimed to have opened your mind, then in the same breath, slammed it shut again. How sad. If you really are "only 15", that's downright tragic. He & I have both encountered fraudulent personalities on this site, as well as elsewhere on the internet. People claiming to be what they are not. Younger people on this site sometimes lie about their age so they can read unsuitable material that is marked as "adult". Some used to hold contests only to reward their friends with trophies, without even having READ the other entries, which led to AP's upgrading of contests that requires you to at least read the entries. It is only right to comment on them, as well. But NOT in a manner that offends. I hope you "open your mind" again, as being an artist is a rewarding choice to make with one's life. As Robert Graves said, "There is no money in poetry. However, there is no poetry in money, either." We do it simply because we must. We love the language, the beauty it provides, the peace it brings. Why did he say "universally recognized"? Because we cannot claim the gift; we are merely the vessel through which it pours. I believe it is a gift from God...The Creator. It is always more desirable to create rather than to destroy. Good luck in your future ventures. Be well. Wanda
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Okay, I've received far worse comments and I've taken them with appreciation.
If THAT set him off.. oh my god.. what world is he living in??
Anyway...
I respect the fact that you stand up for your friends. I am the same exact way.
So I do not mind that you have 'bothered' with this.
As for the poetic devices you showed me. Before you even did that, you should have went to go read my poetry.
But, thank you for taking the time to do that. I appreciate it a lot.
The -rhyming- technicalities is what I needed help with.
Not the metaphors, imagery, assonance, alliteration, etc.
Again, thank you.
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assonance and alliteration
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I know.
Thank you.
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The man/poet, philospopher, world-known Canadian author you ahve spoken down to and spoken ill of has helped more people on this site become published, had led them to wonderful openings and into the elite echelons of highly prized echelons of literary refinement. To even begin to think it is necessary to act so will certainly make sure he does not take you under wing and help to lead you to those places. Alas, for I do think you had great potential. As for those who speak of B.S.... perhaps go read this man's world reknown website where real publishers come to peruse great writing. You may learn a little more of rhyme, writing, and protocol in true literate society.
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that doesn't make sense
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What? That didn't make sense...
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Those who spoke of BS didn't do so in reference to the gentleman you're speaking of, less assumption and more fact would be a good place to start. I read and commented his poem and thoroughly enjoyed it, but then being a great fan of his, you should already know that. Therefore the above reference to my comment was needless and childish. I need no direction nor guidance nor tutoring, for while you all cast downward glances...I too am a published poet - an equal.
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