This French ballade that consist of eight lines of either 8 to 10 syllables per line is called a Huitain poem.
- 8 line stanza
- ababbcbc rhyme scheme
- Usually 8 to 10 syllables per line
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As I looked at this Nightcafe image I created, the "Out of Africa" movie theme song came to mind, and from there, my story unfolded.
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Once upon a time, there was a calm place
A Mother Lion soothed her cub to sleep
Creating such a warm and peaceful space
She sang a lullaby of counting sheep.
Mother's amber eyes took a quick seep,
No stalking hunters shadowed the night
No grating jeep disturbed their tranquil keep
She protected her cub with arms so tight.
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Aww this poem was so sweet. Love it♥️.
This is lovely. Well done.
Such a beautiful poem, Daphsam!
Awww, she is sooo wonderful! Loved your poem!
How serene and beautiful!
That is a lovely poem Daphne!✨ My favourite lines were: "Mother's amber eyes took a quick seep," Love the description of the lion's eyes; and "She protected her cub with arms so tight"🥹 That's true, lions are very loving and compassionate to their children😊 Thanks for sharing this heartwarming tale with us💗
Beautiful and confirms my love for animals! I will try this form of poetry too. Thanks for the introduction!
Another new form and a very restful poem! Thanks for sharing!
This poem gave me a cozy feeling when I read it. Great work and like the image.