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Blackout Poetry #1: Scourge of our Age?

Inspired by Tobia I decided to start my own book of blackout poetry. Today’s is inspired by the dire state of political discourse.

Spinning lost in absurdity
Look, devotees of mendacity

Comments

8 responses to “Blackout Poetry #1: Scourge of our Age?”

  1. Nicole MacPherson Avatar
    Nicole MacPherson

    I love blackout poetry! Very cool, Melissa.

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    1. Melissa Avatar
      Melissa

      Thanks Nicole.

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  2. NGS Avatar
    NGS

    Wow! I think blackout poetry is so hard to do. I’m impressed!

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    1. Melissa Avatar
      Melissa

      It was so hard Engie! But I persevered because it was on my list. It is probably a good exercise to get the brain working.

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  3. Lisa's Yarns Avatar
    Lisa’s Yarns

    I love it! But I hate that it’s so apt for the times we are living through. 🙁

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    1. Melissa Avatar
      Melissa

      Yeah, discourse in the public square is generally pretty disappointing, altohugh not quite as bad here as over your way.

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  4. San Avatar
    San

    This is so fun! 🙂

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  5. Tobia | craftaliciousme Avatar
    Tobia | craftaliciousme

    I LOVE it. Obviously.
    This makes my heart very happy. I recently realized it’s been a while since I posted one. I also feel like I should get back to writing some myself.

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