MONARCH: BUTTERFLY NATURE



          Monarch                                Monarch
         Can’t you see                       Can’t you see
     What you do to me                What you do to me
Dancing among blooms          Dancing among blooms
    Symbol of joy, Peaceful B Symbol of joy, Peaceful
       Colorful creatures yes U Colorful creatures yes
          Beautiful sight daisy T Beautiful sight daisy
         Sullivant's Milkweed T Sullivant's Milkweed
            Lavender Hyssop    E    Lavender Hyssop
            New England Aster R New England Aster
                          Pollination  F  Pollination
                            Fluttering  L  Fluttering
                     Wings calling  Y  Wings calling
                        Captivating      Captivating
                         Go natures  N  Go natures
                         Navigation  A  Navigation
                            Traveling  T  Traveling
                               Mexico   U   Mexico
                                  Love    R    Love
                                      all    E     all

About this poem

In this poem the words are arranged to form the shape of a butterfly and is my first ever concrete poem or calligram; essentially, This type of visual poetry is a layout of the words creating an image related to the poem's subject matter. The poem should be centered and printed in Courier New font style. Hope it comes close to looking like a butterfly.

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Written on October 01, 2024

Submitted by yelskwah on October 06, 2024

Modified by yelskwah on October 21, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABBCDEBFGHIJJJKIJLMN
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 1,078
Words 99
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 21

Joel Hawksley

 · 1967 · Massachusetts

Joel Hawksley has always been drawn to the power of words. Born into a world of contradictions and complexities, he found solace and expression in poetry from an early age. His journey as a poet began as a way to navigate and make sense of the world around him—a world filled with both beauty and profound historical significance.    Joel's many careers have been as varied as the themes he explores in his poetry. From politics and business to his time in the US Army, he has experienced the many facets of human endeavor and history. These experiences have provided abundant material for his poetic work, allowing him to write authentically and deeply.   For 37 years, poetry was a private form of journaling, a way to cope with life's challenges and celebrate its moments of significance. Only recently, Joel began to share his work with the world, hoping to bring reflection, understanding, and perhaps inspiration to those who read his words. more…

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  • AIDA
    What a delightful and colorful tribute you've crafted in your poem "MONARCH: BUTTERFLY NATURE"! Your use of imagery and repetition, particularly with the layout of the word “Monarch,” effectively captures the grace and beauty of these magnificent butterflies. The playful and rhythmic flow of the poem evokes a sense of joy and wonder, mirroring the essence of the Monarch butterfly itself.

    The connection you’ve drawn between the butterfly and various blooming flowers such as Sullivant's Milkweed and Lavender Hyssop illustrates a beautiful interplay between nature and life, making it educational as well as enchanting. Your choice of words, like “captivating” and “fluttering,” truly brings the imagery to life, allowing readers to envision the vibrant scene you’ve portrayed.

    Suggestions for Improvement:

    1. Stanza Structure:
    Consider introducing more defined stanzas to enhance clarity and flow. This could help emphasize the themes you want to convey while allowing readers to pause and absorb the imagery.

    2. Expanded Imagery:
    While you’ve included a lovely list of flowers, perhaps you could elaborate on their significance to Monarchs or the environment. Adding a few descriptive lines about what these blooms mean to the Monarchs or how they contribute to the ecosystem could deepen the reader's understanding.

    3. Emotional Connection:
    To strengthen the emotional impact, consider incorporating personal reflections or feelings associated with seeing Monarchs. Perhaps a moment from nature you experienced that made you feel connected to them could evoke a stronger response from your audience.

    4. Rhythm and Rhyme:
    If you’re inclined, experimenting with a consistent rhyme scheme could add a musical quality to your poem. This might enhance its lyrical nature and make it even more engaging.

    5. Conclusion or Call to Action:
    A closing line or a call to action could leave a lasting impression on your readers. Encouraging them to appreciate nature or take steps to protect the habitats of Monarch butterflies could make your message resonate even further.

    Overall, your poem is a beautiful celebration of Monarch butterflies, and with a few adjustments, it has great potential to inspire even more appreciation for these incredible creatures and their role in nature! Keep up the wonderful work!
     
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