End of the World (Ottava Rima)

judges comment

Maple tree has written a lovely little poem here using a form that I have never seen before. I love to see new forms gracing the front page, as we could all benefit from giving them a go. I love the storytelling in this piece, as usual with Maple tree she has crammed so much imagery into a small piece. 7 points.

Judging comment:

Having read an Ottava Rima for the first time, and that too this well written piece, I was in awe of it. I loved the choice of words as they added a mysterious and mystic aura to this sad poem. I wouldn't prefer reading anything else as my first Ottava Rima.

This so completely sums up the blazes enveloping California!

as the forest mourns songs of reflection.

Just loved the whole piece but this ending line is so so beautiful....excellent :))

Brilliant lady!

M :)x