POMprompt #4 — Intrusions

Summary

The website content outlines a writing challenge issued by the Poets on Medium (POM) Facebook group, inviting participants to share personal stories of intrusion in verse form, with an example provided and instructions on how to submit entries.

Abstract

The undefined website presents POMprompt #4 — Intrusions, a creative writing challenge that encourages poets to craft and share stories about personal experiences of intrusion. The prompt specifies that these stories should be conveyed through poetry, using any poetic form the writer prefers, emphasizing the importance of emotion, depth, and meaningful reflection to convey the impact of the intrusion. Participants are instructed to link back to the original post and tag their entries with #POMprompt. An example poem titled "You, in My Bathwater" is provided to illustrate the theme. Additionally, the website offers information on joining the POMwrimo challenge, which involves creating personal chapbooks, and details on how to submit responses to POMprompts, with a link to a welcome guide for the Poets on Medium community. The call to action is signed off by Christina M. Ward, the admin of the POM Facebook group and a published author.

Opinions

The author, Christina M. Ward, values the art of poetry and its ability to convey deep personal experiences, as evidenced by the prompt's focus on emotional storytelling.
There is a sense of discomfort expressed by the author regarding an ex-husband's intrusion into her personal space, which serves as a relatable example for potential poem topics.
The prompt suggests that the act of writing about intrusive experiences can be cathartic and a means of self-expression, offering a way to process and share significant moments.
The inclusion of a Facebook group and a monthly challenge indicates a community-oriented approach, fostering a supportive environment for poets to share their work and improve their craft.
By providing an example poem and submission guidelines, the POM admin demonstrates a commitment to accessibility and encouragement for both seasoned and novice poets to participate.

Intrusion

This weekend I’m sitting here just “minding my business” when my son’s father brings him home. He has to use the restroom.

In. My. House.

I cannot say that I am happy about the intrusion of my ex-husband walking through my front door, down my hallway, and using a toilet that I have to clean.

Ick.

How uncomfortable.

Sometimes, things or people intrude on our happy bubbles and it just shakes us loose. Your prompt is to tell a story of intrusion. Tell it in verse. Whatever poetic form you choose. But tell your story with emotion, depth, and give us something meaningful. Let us get to know who you are through reading about your experience.

Don’t forget to link this post at the bottom of your entry and tag your entry #POMprompt.

POMprompt #4 — Intrusions

Tell us your stories in verse.

Intrusion

Here is a great example of a poem that is all about an intrusion on my otherwise perfectly wonderful bubble bath:

You, in My Bathwater

a free verse poem

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