Kerry of Toads had a Wednesday challenge, to write a poem like the art form, Triptych. I was inspired by my son's Betta fish, Dante. I get a kick out of how cat curious he is. I put books up by his tank and photos. He always swims by to check'em out. Bettas are quite clever. They like to be sung to. Did I do that, heck yeah, why not.... Of course I sang Under the Sea, to him. ;D Maybe he would prefer this song:
I cheated and printed a photo of him, and folded it 3 times. A lame attempt at a Triptych. I would like to make one sometime! He swam down to check out the book I set up for him to see. ;D
Wings alter my marbled butterfly
his dragon scales
arouse his
veil of fear
revealed
as he glides
half moon, half sun
passion ripples
in translucent crystals
his armor shines
curving his body back n' forth
he arches
hoping for a nuptial embrace
in limbo's labyrinth
bubble nest forms
ruby red flared fear
protecting his world
his dragon's breath
glows like
Dante's flame
twists and turns
proud fierce Papa pride
in your robe
surpassing beauty
on monarch's throne
Dancing in fractured light
shadows of foreboding lurk
as your kingdom blazes
your eminence grows brighter
as eloquent dance ignites
sword's gleam
the fight ends when one dragon withdraws
I also wanted to show you what my friend Lynne sent me! She is so talented, look close at all the wonderful details of her work on this tag. She also included a special piece of sheer garden fleece. She used in her art and was featured in this publication; gorgeous! Thank you Lynne, your art always inspires! Visit Lynne at her blog, Adorn~
If you are visiting from the IWSG via Alex, check the next post! I was hyper today and posted twice~
I also wanted to show you what my friend Lynne sent me! She is so talented, look close at all the wonderful details of her work on this tag. She also included a special piece of sheer garden fleece. She used in her art and was featured in this publication; gorgeous! Thank you Lynne, your art always inspires! Visit Lynne at her blog, Adorn~
Comments
The gift also is lovely.
Already read your IWSG post.
Yvonne.
Beautiful prose and the gift you were sent is lovely.
Try, try again!
Daydreamertoo-I love this Betta, he is so curious and fun! I swear I have never seen such a curious clown.
I am sorry to hear this...we do get attached and they have such unique personalities! Thank you...
Thanks for sharing, too~
Yvonne-Thank you; Yes the tag is really stunning, so pretty!
I love what you've done. I think you nailed the triptych challenge.
I once had a big tank of fish with one gorgeous big blue Beta in it. He somehow managed to jump through the small slit between the tank and the lid, and I found him under the dresser I used to hold the tank. I put him back in the water, but his tail and fins fell off. I guess he was under there long enough for his beautiful fins and tail to dry out, but not long enough for him to die. I don't know how long it was, but I was so happy I rescued him. He lived quite a long time after that, but he never re-grew his former splendor.
K
And your gift is beautiful too - congratulations! xoox
♥
You are too sweet including my wee tag on this post.
Your creativity leaves me speechless, a Renaissance Woman is what I view you as with your talent for prose and verse, art and photography, you can do it all with such ease.
Wishes to you my friend.
Lynne
Sherry-Thank you, I had a good subject! ;D I know Lynne's art is stunning~
Hedgewitch-I am happy you used the tea pot! I loved your poem~
You would love this type of fish :D
Thank you so much~
Lynne-You say the nicest things Lynne! I do think Renaissance fits, I was looking at a book about this type. They have difficulty deciding where to put their energy. Yes, I want to do so many things! Wishes to you and I can't wait to experiment with what you sent! You are such a generous, talented soul!
Liza-I love your name ;D Thank you! I have to go listen to it again~ Thank you so much :D
Herotomost-Thank you so much! I think all poets have this kind of eye! I have seen you do ;D I was happy to share her talent. She is amazing!
Mary Ann Potter-Yes, life is good! I love your words...so filled with inspiration and spirit! Thank you so much~
myheartslovesongs-He really does, I know I had to include that, lol!
Thank you so much!
Mary-I love animals and this fish is such a character! I surround his tank with books and art. He likes it ;D lol
Kristin-Yes, Dante is a star! Thank you so much! :D xo
Kay-Oh Kay, I am so happy you found him. My son had one jump out and no one was around. This is why we have netting on top of the tank now. I can't get over how gorgeous they are! The blue ones are beautiful~ Glad you saved your fish!!!
Mystic Mom-Oh, let me know if you do! They are fairly easy to care for, but do some research. They only can be with certain fish and a mate. They are fighting, attack type fish. Thank you~
Teresa-Thank you! I so agree with you. I think people just don't pay attention~
Kerry-Thank you, I enjoyed writing about this magical fish. I do feel he is unique and hoped I portrayed his beauty. I will try another one, sometime. I enjoyed the challenge! :D
Lolamouse-Oh, Lola if you do I want to see what you make! I hope it inspires a poem :D Thank you~
Li-You are so funny, lol I will be respectful ;D I mainly chose artsy books and art for him. He loves this photo of girl right now. I will honor your request :D