Read • Contests • Groups • Learn • Forums • Store • Help
 

Hyperbolic Pebble~A Tribute to Poet Michael Thomas

Theme is a tribute to Michael...

Hyperbolic Pebble is one of the many "titles" we receive as we
comment here on AP. Hyperbolic: Of or relating to hyperbola
Hyperbola: New Latin, from Greek huperbol, a throwing beyond, excess

Your prompt phrase:
"Hyperbolic~This heart nestled in a place among the stones".

Springboard from the above phrase to write from a deeper, wiser place.
In honor of Michael, I will be looking for sincere and provoking writes
that give rise to awareness or at least demand a questioning.

And if you have a moment, stop by and read
Michael and leave him with a comment and a smile~

http://allpoetry.com/michael%20thomas

Image Credit: "Pebble" by Dirk Hampel
If provided image or any other is used in your work,
you MUST credit. Please respect others' art!
I believe in polished work and always offer my
entrants editing time until day of judging.


THE RULES:

1. Please left align with visible fonts & unbusy backgrounds.
2. Please no sticky caps.
3. Proper spelling, punctuation and vocabulary are asked for.
4. No cutting, suicide or self mutilation.
5. Erotica is NOT porn; Sensual writes are always accepted.
6. Free verse or not, it's up to you.
7. Please do not use the prompt or title in your or poem or titling.
8. I reserve the right to extend, shorten or otherwise edit.

Contest is Over

  • Contest was judged on November 23
  • Rewards: Gold: 660, Silver: 490, Bronze: 330
  • Final notes:
    With Michael's gracious input, I finally was able to decide on finalists. I tried for a happy blending of what spoke to him and of what I found satisfying to theme and my own reactions. Truly, each entry I read seeped-in and demanded my appreciation and admiration. Each and every one worded with care; each becoming a brilliant gift of meaning.
    Please join us in congratulating the five winners. The HM's will receive thank-you pts from me, but no greenies! Blue

Contest Winners

  1. Sagacious Sojourn
    by Night Hope 2 lines, 11 comments, on Nov 3 3:30 PM. In Contest, Hope, Life, Love, Nature, Spiritual, Inspiration, Dedication
    Gold trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  2. monolithic
    by Cannonsfire 39 lines, 12 comments, on Nov 2 3:48 PM
    Silver trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  3. Michael ( Bronze )
    Curve sweet my rose for I shall unfurl beauty
    by Reptile Lady 17 lines, 10 comments, on Nov 5 2:50 AM. In Personal., Message, Inspirational, Lost in thought
    Bronze trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  4. Be Not the One Who Waited for Heaven
    Dogging angels for Gods plan,
    Their hidden in clouds
    by MaggieWrites 40 lines, 10 comments, on Nov 5 6:09 PM. In Thoughts, Life, Spiritual
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  5. A simple poem for Michael.
    You shine among the stars
    Like a meteor falling to earth
    by whyspr 19 lines, 10 comments, on Nov 2 6:54 PM. In friendship
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]

Entries [11]

1 - 11 of 11

Add a comment

    : Comment:

Comments

1 - 14 of 14

  • Cannonsfire
    November 2
    Edit | Reply
    You always have such interesting things to do Will see if the muse agrees


    • Blue Rew silver member
      November 2
      Edit | Reply
      Just thrilled to have your interest...
      And thank-you so much for saying so.
      Let's get that muse agreeable, shall we?

      • Cannonsfire
        November 2
        Edit | Reply
        It has been known to write itself lol and yes the stirring is there


  • michael thomas gold member
    November 2
    Edit | Reply

    a genuine thank you






    I am flabbergasted beyond my glee and delight over your beautiful tribute. I truly do not deserve this type of notoriety. I am so humbled. I am really crying as I write this. You are so so special.

    I will write more when I recover.


    • Blue Rew silver member
      November 2
      Edit | Reply
      You are deserving and I am smiling that such a small thing
      can cause such delight...
      Let's hope for a quick filling with amazing writes to cause
      an agonizing judging.


  • Pamela A Lamppa silver member
    November 2
    Edit | Reply
    ... from a deeper and wiser place. I cannot think of a better place to begin for Michael. It will be an honor to write for this contest. ~Pamela


    • Blue Rew silver member
      November 2
      Edit | Reply
      So glad you are joining~in. A revelation today...
      His words are just the thing I needed to take-in
      and breathe-out in comfort. Blue

  • Rowan gold member
    November 4
    Edit | Reply
    Bookmarked, I hope I can think of something for michael.


  • Peteskid gold member
    November 4
    Edit | Reply
    I think this is a wonderful tribute, someone who has always been kind to me, which time and attention I have sincerely appreciated... I will read the entries and enjoy the excellence; good for you Blue...congrats to Michael...PK


    • Blue Rew silver member
      November 4
      Edit | Reply
      It seems the circle he has touched with care is well-beyond
      my assumption...And I am so glad. Yes, he has given me
      much care and kindness in his commentaries and just reading
      his words sometimes is enough to change my perspective
      into a brighter one. So happy you will participate. Blue


  • adsaige
    November 21
    Edit | Reply
    I assure you I had not forgotten about you Michael...I will get you your poem, perhaps not in this setting.


  • Night Hope gold member
    November 23
    Edit | Reply

    Thank you for hosting this great contest for Michael, one of our best and brightest writers - and for the honor of the gold, Blue Rew. Congratulations, one and all. Be well, Poets and Scribes.


  • Reptile Lady gold member
    November 24
    Edit | Reply
    Thank you for this honor to be able to write for Michael, and to share his trueness of talent and warmest of heart
    Best wishes and congrats to all

    Julie x

1 - 14 of 14