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The webpage features a poem titled "Deeds Not Just Words" by Sally A Mortemore, presented in the form of a nonet, accompanied by multimedia elements and a brief explanation of the nonet poetry form.

Abstract

The website showcases a piece of micropoetry by Sally A Mortemore, emphasizing the importance of actions over words. The poem, structured as a nonet with nine lines and a decreasing syllable count, is complemented by a sound recording and a YouTube video, enhancing the reader's experience. The page also provides a definition of the nonet form in poetry and music, and includes a link to additional reading on the theme of womanhood and empowerment.

Opinions

  • The author values collective action and solidarity, as suggested by the line "she walks alone but stands with many."
  • There is an emphasis on the power of shared hope and the act of marching together as a form of activism or unity.
  • The poem suggests that pride is a driving force behind standing up for one's beliefs.
  • The inclusion of a sound recording and YouTube video indicates a multimedia approach to storytelling and poetry appreciation.
  • The mention of The Howling Owl and other individuals suggests a community of contributors or supporters who have played a role in the creation or promotion of the content.
  • The additional reading link implies that the author believes in the importance of discussing and reflecting on themes related to gender and identity.
Photograph by Author SAM 2015 – Sheffield, UK

Micropoetry

Deeds Not Just Words

A Nonet

she walks alone but stands with many a march of faith ‘long unfair roads blind-footed ‘cross such clear and well trod pathways striding lines with those who wish to share in hope — all banners borne on pride

© Sally A Mortemore 2024. All Rights Reserved.

Thank you for taking the time to read 🙏

And many thanks as always to The Howling Owl and Viraji Ogodapola , Marilyn Wolf and Zay Pareltheon .

A NONET is a poetry form made up of 9 lines, the first line containing 9 syllables, the 8th line 8 syllables, the 7th line 7 and so on. It can have any rhyming scheme and can focus on any subject.

In music the NONET is a group of 9 musicians.

Further reading:

The Howling Owl
Micropoetry
Nonet
Suffragette
Equality
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