Beyond Measure
A Double Nonet: Dedicated to My Son38 total reviews
Comment from Sharon Haiste
This is a good entry for the Nonet Poetry writing prompt.
It's also a nice verse for your son.
Good luck to you with this one in the competition.
Sharon
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2018
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This is a good entry for the Nonet Poetry writing prompt.
It's also a nice verse for your son.
Good luck to you with this one in the competition.
Sharon
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2018
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Hello Sharon,
I so enjoyed writing this verse...
Thank you!
diane
Comment from N.K. Wagner
Well, don't you think you're fancy with your double nonet. I'm gonna have to try all that much harder, now. Rats! You've chosen the perfect form for this lovely tribute and good advice to your wonderful son. Best of luck in the contest. :) Nancy
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Well, don't you think you're fancy with your double nonet. I'm gonna have to try all that much harder, now. Rats! You've chosen the perfect form for this lovely tribute and good advice to your wonderful son. Best of luck in the contest. :) Nancy
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hi Nancy!
Not too fancy. My son is nearly 30 years old, and I wanted to pen a verse that would be meaningful for him today... so I compared his childhood with his adulthood. Three or four reviewers have offered their opinions that it will be disqualified from the competition as it is a double nonet. But the rules don't say anything to the contrary.
Thank you for appreciating my poem...
diane
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Well, I'm rooting for you, Diane. The rules don't say we can't write a double, and the two parts merge well to make an interesting whole, much like the parts of a sonnet. If I were just playing (not for a contest) I might make the single word ending of the first nonet the first word of the second. But either way, you get that great hourglass shape that represents the passage of time in your son's life. :) Nancy
Comment from mvbrooks
Nonets can be fun and playful to write--you've added a challenge by making this a double-nonet. The topic is warm and the strong relationship between the mother and son makes the poem very inviting to read.
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2018
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Nonets can be fun and playful to write--you've added a challenge by making this a double-nonet. The topic is warm and the strong relationship between the mother and son makes the poem very inviting to read.
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2018
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Hello mvbrooks,
I have not written too many of these, but this was really enjoyable to pen!
Thank you!
diane
Comment from F. Wehr3
I really enjoyed this poem, and I thought it was a beautiful tribute to your son. However, I looked at the contest requirements, and I fear this will be disqualified for being a double nonet. I hope not; it's very good!
Take care,
Russell
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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I really enjoyed this poem, and I thought it was a beautiful tribute to your son. However, I looked at the contest requirements, and I fear this will be disqualified for being a double nonet. I hope not; it's very good!
Take care,
Russell
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello Russell!
Thank you for your thoughtful review. I read the contest requirements as well, and I didn't see anything that said a double nonet could not be penned. The rules do not address Regardless, I wrote this poem for my son, and even if my verse is disqualified, I am at peace. I also wanted to challenge myself to penning a double nonet. My favorite form is tetractys. Both lend themselves to telling a story...given the ability to stretch their forms a bit...
Have a wonderful Sunday!
diane
Comment from Ogden
I was relieved to see this was not a requiem for a lost child.
Instead, your carefully-wrought poetry expresses a mother's loving confidence in her son.
Don (Ogden)
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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I was relieved to see this was not a requiem for a lost child.
Instead, your carefully-wrought poetry expresses a mother's loving confidence in her son.
Don (Ogden)
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello Don!
No, not a requiem for my son. If anything, a tribute to his resilience.
I so enjoyed penning this verse.
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
diane
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You are most welcome, Diane.
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Hello Mrs. KT. Well now, this is a fantastic Nonet! I love double any form as it shows the talent and ability to create! Great message too. Strong and to the point. Liked the ending of second nonet to the basically same line as the beginning of the first. Nice work. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello Mrs. KT. Well now, this is a fantastic Nonet! I love double any form as it shows the talent and ability to create! Great message too. Strong and to the point. Liked the ending of second nonet to the basically same line as the beginning of the first. Nice work. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 18-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello Kiwi!
Thank you for your thoughtful review. My first attempt at a double nonet; they are challenging!
Best Wishes,
diane
Comment from Katie Solis
That poem was so good. Something that I would like to share with my son(s). It would be nice in one to never let go and make sure they knew in every situation how much they were loved, but alas they must be alllowed to be free.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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That poem was so good. Something that I would like to share with my son(s). It would be nice in one to never let go and make sure they knew in every situation how much they were loved, but alas they must be alllowed to be free.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Hi Katie,
So pleased you enjoy! Share away!
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
diane
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
In
The days
To come, if
Life's challenges
Fill you with dark doubts,
Know that you have always
Been graced with a loving heart
And strong inner voice that echoes:
"Each mountainside is mine to conquer...such a wise an very moving poem. This is beautiful and exceptionally good-well done love and regards Meia x
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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In
The days
To come, if
Life's challenges
Fill you with dark doubts,
Know that you have always
Been graced with a loving heart
And strong inner voice that echoes:
"Each mountainside is mine to conquer...such a wise an very moving poem. This is beautiful and exceptionally good-well done love and regards Meia x
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Hello Meia!
I am pleased that you enjoy!
I enjoyed penning this verse...
Thank you!
diane
Comment from Rubylou
Such a beautiful example of a Nonet- Double Nonet.
I can feel the emotion as your son, a little boy builds snow fort, chases fireflies, and grows into the young man that faces challenges, and conquers obstacles in life.
Perfect syllable count and form for the Nonet.
Your poem made me feel the love and memories of watching my own son grow into a strong man. Bringing about the emotion the signature of a talented poet.
Rubylou
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Such a beautiful example of a Nonet- Double Nonet.
I can feel the emotion as your son, a little boy builds snow fort, chases fireflies, and grows into the young man that faces challenges, and conquers obstacles in life.
Perfect syllable count and form for the Nonet.
Your poem made me feel the love and memories of watching my own son grow into a strong man. Bringing about the emotion the signature of a talented poet.
Rubylou
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Hello Rubylou!
This was a special write for me.
Thank you ever so much for appreciating my words and your exceptional rating!
diane
Comment from ameen786
Hello KT, what a wonderful composition! An inspiring write/gifted to a loving son; beautifully contrasted stages in life; flows great; please accept a virtual six!
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello KT, what a wonderful composition! An inspiring write/gifted to a loving son; beautifully contrasted stages in life; flows great; please accept a virtual six!
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2018
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Hello ameen!
This piece holds a special place in my heart.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review!
diane
