Frigolabile
A "F" Entry for The A-Z of Unusual Words Challenge
Frigolabile: susceptible to the cold
My Connection: Even though this word is typically applied in the medical field, it resonated with me in two ways. First (and most obvious), I get really cold in the winter and have a strong inclination toward hibernation mode. Second, in terms of emotional regulation, I'm more of a thermometer than a thermostat. The mood of others can affect me quite strongly, especially if it's one of sadness or anger.
My Rondel Prime Poem:
I tried to keep the cold from seeping in
But it slipped through the cracks I couldn't seal
Under doors, through glass panes it came to steal
From my toes, my nose, and my gooseflesh skin
Causing my red coursing blood to thicken
Until numbness was all that I could feel
I tried to keep the cold from seeping in
But it slipped through the cracks I couldn't seal
When your once warm gaze grew harder than steel
In stony silence so much was spoken
Injecting my veins with icy poison
I learned secondhand bitterness is real
I tried to keep the cold from seeping in
But it slipped through the cracks I couldn't seal
Author's Note: This piece was created for Penny Fuller's The A-Z of Unusual Words Challenge. Check out the details in the story linked below.
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D.K. Shepard
Character Crafter, Witty Banter Enthusiast, World Builder, Unpublished novelist...for now
Fantasy is where I thrive, but I like to experiment with genres for my short stories. Currently employed as a teacher in Louisville.
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"I tried to keep the cold from seeping in But it slipped through the cracks I couldn't seal" is a beautiful, if sad, refrain. And 'frigolabile' an amazing word!
Back to say congrats on another amazing Top Story! 🎉
So beautiful!
I am impressed with how you blended two ‘cold’ meanings into one poem. Clever and emotionally captivating Congratulations
Heart touching
Love this! Lymbic synchrony, over time, challenges us to determine what we can and cannot, or will or will not, endure, and set our boundaries accordingly. A well-wrought symbolic representation!
It slipped through the cracks. This is great. Congratulations on your top story
I love that analogy, "I'm more of a thermometer than a thermostat". Previously just called myself a chameleon because I adapt to the mood in the room/ others around me, but I like yours better!! Also, love how you went for both the literal and metaphorical feel of cold in the poem! Very clever and so relatable!! Great work DK and congrats on Top Story!!
Congrats on the TS! 🥳 Well done.❣️
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Oh yay! Back to say, congrats, DK, on Top Story!
Love this poetic form. Well done!! 👏
Congrats on top story.
What a sad poem about the impact of the cold and emotional connections with others. Most of us writers feel things hard, it what’s makes us great writers and relatable.
Packed with emotion but sad too. Congratulations on top story. Well done.
What a powerfully sad poem - it's packed with emotion represented in the biting, bitter cold. Well done.
Wow, this poem really hits hard! The way you tie coldness in both physical and emotional ways is so clever. It feels like the cold creeping in isn't just from the weather but from people too. Great job, love the vibe!✨🌺 Congratulations on your TS 🎉🎉
Oh, this is marvelously done, D.K.! So relatable <3 You are so talented!
I’m susceptible to the cold and moods of others too. Your poem evokes both very well, DK! Loved the word!
Wonderful.
I loved this! What a great word and perfect for the season! I always love a good Rondel Prime poem too. Such a pretty form!
Omgggg, we're exactlyyyyyyy the same! I get veryyyyy cold super easily and the mood of others always affects me so badly! Loved your poem!
Another beautiful poem! This was an excellent word choice. I can definitely relate to your connection to frigolabile. Your words are so chilling and real!
Fantastic poem. And a word for my son.
Amazing poem for another new word for my vocab! So tragic! “ When your once warm gaze grew harder than steel In stony silence so much was spoken Injecting my veins with icy poison I learned secondhand bitterness is real”🥺