Acrostic

A Shadowed Dream
Every shadow across the moon, Casting night where there was noon. Luminous glow, now hidden from sight, Intricate dance of day and night.
By VNessa Erlene2 years ago in Poets
Ethereal Counterpoint
ethereal event counterpoint lunar cycle internally, thoughts turn upwards potency for change sensorial exchange * Thanks for reading!
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Poets
The magic and beauty of spring. Content Warning.
In the realm of angst, where shadows abide, I shall speak of spring, a season to confide. For even in nature's grandest display,
By John Biz242 years ago in Poets
Ink and Light: Capturing the Essence of Manga and Anime
In panels black and white, a world takes flight, A tapestry of stories, bathed in vibrant light. Manga's whispers, anime's roar, A fusion of emotions, wanting evermore. Eyes wide with wonder, hearts that fiercely beat, Heroes rise to challenges, a villain they will meet. Friendship's golden thread, a bond that can't be frayed, Through laughter, tears, and battles, courage is displayed. Giant robots clash, swords sing their deadly song, Magical girls transform, where right battles wrong. School days filled with sunshine, and lessons yet to learn, Love blossoms in a blush, a future yet to yearn. Food so real it tempts you, landscapes make you sigh, Creatures fantastical, beneath a boundless sky. From cyberpunk cityscapes to serene countryside, Each frame a portal open, where dreams can reside. The underdog prevails, the power of belief, Lessons whispered softly, bringing solace and relief. Lessons of perseverance, the will to never quit, The strength within us all, a burning, brilliant wit. But manga and anime offer more than just a thrill, They paint a human portrait, with all its depth and skill. Flawed characters we cherish, their journeys we embrace, In victory and failure, we see a mirrored face. The weight of loss, the sting of a broken vow, The journey of self-discovery, the ever-present "how?" They challenge societal norms, the boxes we create, And celebrate the beauty of what makes us irreplaceable. With humor that ignites, and tears that freely fall, They capture every nuance, the greatest and the small. A shared experience, a global conversation, Breaking down barriers, a beautiful creation. So dive into the pages, let the animation flow, In this world of wonder, where imagination can grow. For manga and anime, a passion that takes hold, A universe of stories, waiting to unfold. Start writing...
By Murali2 years ago in Poets
Poet whisper
And I saw you in my garden Elegant like flowers and colors Like mixing light in branches I felt you in a bouquet of roses
By kallas الشاعر2 years ago in Poets
Orgasmos*
O Cosmos; you must be fucking yourself each time Realising your so-called energy is cold Galvanised only when humans make love controlled
By Patrick M. Ohana2 years ago in Poets
Work Time
It’s all becoming clearer It’s all smoke and mirrors As everything draws nearer We pretend to do the right thing But life’s queerer than it seems
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Wilderness
They think I’m always on the hunt Always on the prowl But usually I’m just sitting here Thinking Pondering in this wilderness I call my brain
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Spring Symphony: A Poetic Ode to Feathered Visitors
Spring is on the horizon, songbirds are in flight, and the acrostic poem is spreading its wings and ready to take flight! Swallows so sleek and streamlined that they swiftly dive to feast on innocent insects that want to fly. An architect bird, for they know how to create a nest in hollow trees or under someone's eaves.
By Daphsam2 years ago in Poets
Love's Midnight Serenity
In shadows deep, where light retreats, Love's whispered song, my heart it greets. Amidst the night, where fears hold sway, Your touch, a beacon, lights my way. In darkness' embrace, we find our peace, Where worries fade, and fears release. Your hand in mine, a steady guide, Through moonlit paths, we softly glide. With every breath, our souls entwine, In the quiet depths, our love defines. Through trials faced and storms endured, Our bond, unbroken, ever assured. In the stillness of the silent night, Our love, a flame, burns ever bright. For in each other's arms we find, The solace sought, the peace of mind. So let the shadows dance and play, For in your love, I'll always stay. In darkness' embrace, our love shall bloom, Finding peace together, in the quiet gloom.
By Moris Ochieng2 years ago in Poets
Consequences
A second entry created for Heather Hubler's delicious 'Unscramble' Challenge. For this poem, I challenged myself not only to create an acrostic, rhyming poem that Unscrambles a 12 letter word, I also challenged myself to decrease the first words by one letter (12, 11, 10, etc.) until the final line (which proved harder than I'd even expected). Then I ended with my 12-letter word. Here we go...
By Christy Munson2 years ago in Poets
The End
Welcome to the end Of the grand experiment Dying in a whimper Thank you for reading my work. If you enjoyed this story, there’s more below. Please hit the like and subscribe button, you can follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @AtomicHistorian. To help me create more content, leave a tip or become a pledged subscriber. I also make stickers, t-shirts, etc here.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets