Khamis, 26 Ogos 2010

The Thursday Think Tank - #12 Water

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"We forget that the water cycle and the life cycle are one"
~Jacques Cousteau

Water everywhere and not a drop to drink. I don’t know offhand who said this but it’s a pretty eye opening statement. It makes you think. When you read the word water what comes to mind? What do you think of? Is it that Evian is backwards for naïve? Is it the deserts without the water of life? It could possibly be the rain falling from a warm summer sky. I’m sure water makes all of our minds race so we cannot wait to see what “Flows” from your pens and minds this week.



This week’s prompt, quote and photo was provided to us by Nino Taziz.  Thank you Nino for an inspiring prompt and helping us out here at Poets United.

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  1. Herb Alyètte26 Ogos 2010 pada 11:25 PG

    That was a fun one to write.

    BalasPadam
  2. Lynette Killam26 Ogos 2010 pada 11:32 PG

    Wonderful prompt...many thanks to Nino for the suggestion! Can't wait to read everyone's submissions...

    BalasPadam
  3. Sherry Blue Sky26 Ogos 2010 pada 12:33 PTG

    Okay I cheated, but Song of the River is ALL about water. Some of you may have already read it, apologies........I will try to write a new one later today, but have to wash the car first - more water!

    BalasPadam
  4. Claudia26 Ogos 2010 pada 1:05 PTG

    ..just posted a watersong - then saw the prompt - and thought i'd link up….

    BalasPadam
  5. rch26 Ogos 2010 pada 1:54 PTG

    That line is from the classic poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner.

    BalasPadam
  6. Carrie Van Horn26 Ogos 2010 pada 2:15 PTG

    I love this idea for a prompt Nino Taziz! Look forward to reading everyone's take on it! :-)

    BalasPadam
  7. Mary26 Ogos 2010 pada 2:32 PTG

    Well, if a downpour isn't rain, I don't know what is. Just posted my poem: After the Rain.

    BalasPadam
  8. Zaina Anwar26 Ogos 2010 pada 2:38 PTG

    I wrote the poem first, and then by chance, stumbled upon the prompt.

    BalasPadam
  9. Susannah26 Ogos 2010 pada 2:58 PTG

    This is an old one but came to mind as soon as I read the prompt. I may do another if the inspiration strikes. :-)

    PS. I have a new blog now just for writing from prompts!

    BalasPadam
  10. flaubert26 Ogos 2010 pada 5:28 PTG

    I thought I would write something a bit different so I wrote a shape poem. It is the first time I have ever tried anything like this! I enjoyed the prompt thanks.

    BalasPadam
  11. Diane T26 Ogos 2010 pada 5:44 PTG

    I absolutely love the ocean! That's why I had an Ocean Affair, LOL.

    BalasPadam
  12. dcwright0226 Ogos 2010 pada 5:52 PTG

    glad I caught this prompt in time, i missed one shot wednesday AND the thursday poets rally AND theme thursday... :) 1 outta 4 ain't bad right? :)

    BalasPadam
  13. Sherry Blue Sky26 Ogos 2010 pada 7:24 PTG

    Ha! It started raining, and oh-my-god another poem! Not good ones, but at least they are coming!!!!!

    BalasPadam
  14. The Square Corner26 Ogos 2010 pada 8:51 PTG

    I've never hiked in the desert. Would like to. Love this Thursday prompt idea.

    BalasPadam
  15. Tanpa Nama26 Ogos 2010 pada 11:28 PTG

    Water have advantages and disadvantages, every thing in this world have both sides:D~

    BalasPadam
  16. Deborah27 Ogos 2010 pada 4:10 PG

    I thought I'd left a comment earlier but I'm new to blogging and I'm obviously not waiting long enough with the verification thing!
    It's my first poem and it's been such a pleasure to join in and meet everyone. Thank you for the warm welcome x

    BalasPadam
  17. Jinksy27 Ogos 2010 pada 4:33 PG

    Water can have its downside, too. Look at Pakistan's floods...

    BalasPadam
  18. Unknown27 Ogos 2010 pada 7:18 PG

    i hope water also means rain... :)
    but i love water and the way it flows and finds its path through all terrain to reach the sea... an amazing symphony!

    BalasPadam
  19. Unknown27 Ogos 2010 pada 7:21 PG

    how does one correct a wrong post?

    BalasPadam
  20. Poets United27 Ogos 2010 pada 7:32 PG

    Maya Just let me know whic one you need removed by number and I can play with Mr Lynky

    BalasPadam
  21. Tanpa Nama27 Ogos 2010 pada 3:45 PTG

    Really liked this topic, I approached it...somewhat...with personification. Hope you all enjoy.

    BalasPadam
  22. Eileen T O'Neill .....28 Ogos 2010 pada 7:42 PG

    Robert,
    You ask us to leave a comment when we submit our poem. I did so this week when I submitted my poem Liquid Gold.
    I do not see my comment posted and wondered if there was any reason why?
    The comments are a useful way, of also understanding what may have been behind, individual poetry prompt responses.
    I have sent you some messages with regard to my Blog of the week award etc. I just wonder if I am using the correct 'addresses' to reach you.
    Best wishes, Eileen

    BalasPadam
  23. Robert Lloyd28 Ogos 2010 pada 8:18 PG

    Eileen I do not know why your comment hasnt shown up. There is none in my que. I usually aprove all comments at least 3 times daily so it could have been a glitch of some sort. As for your messages I am playing catchup and may have overlooked them in my inbox I will check here this morning. Glad to have you back from your vacation although I am jealous you went lol.

    BalasPadam
  24. Philip Thrift28 Ogos 2010 pada 8:49 PG

    "Lovely Brita, filter maid"
    (all due respect to "Rita", of course!)

    BalasPadam
  25. Ella28 Ogos 2010 pada 12:37 PTG

    I chose the water, I grew up by, as my inspiration! I look forward to reading these, water means so much!

    BalasPadam
  26. Journey by Fire28 Ogos 2010 pada 1:15 PTG

    new to the group. impressed by what i've read so far. my prompt post is called "the toe check"

    *raising a toast with gilt aqua goblet*

    BalasPadam
  27. Serving Hugs on a Platter and Tears in a Teacup29 Ogos 2010 pada 4:16 PTG

    Hi everyoone!

    I wrote a new one for this called, 'River of Irony'.

    It's also in honor of all those who've lost soemthing due to the wrath of water...

    BalasPadam
  28. Elizabeth29 Ogos 2010 pada 6:06 PTG

    Glad to be here, mine is about poets and turtles.

    BalasPadam
  29. Rashmi31 Ogos 2010 pada 3:02 PG

    When I saw the prompt it was raining outside..I tried to write on the prompt..you all read and tell me what you think of it..

    BalasPadam

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