My stepfather passed away last week after a long illness. While not unexpected, his death turned our world upside down. The first Friday of the month is when we Inklings post our monthly challenge responses, but I know you’ll understand why I’m posting my effort on the second Friday. Our July challenge came from Heidi.
SUDOKU POEM! YES! Make yourself a grid at least 4×4. Reread Mary Lee’s sudoku poem post from June 1 for information and inspiration and create your own sudoku poem.
This this challenge stumped me for several weeks. Then I just dove in and began having fun with it. I’ve tinkered with this quite a bit, and I’m still not sure I’ve got it right. But here’s what I came up with.
What beautiful, in the moment, glimmers. I can’t tell which is my favorite line…they are all so pretty and poignant knowing what you’ve gone through. Wishing you an easy day with lots of words and rest.
I’m so sorry about your stepfather, Catherine. Even though a loss is anticipated, it can still feel somehow surprising, with unexpected layers. Your Sudoku poem is just lovely. I especially like your starting with “an azure” and then going in two different, yet related, directions. I love the appreciation of nature and the peaceful mood that runs through this poem. Thinking of you!
I’m so very sorry about your stepfather. I really, really love your sudoku poem. And I’m so amazed by each and every one of you who attempted that form. It’s astonishing to me.
I hope these beautiful images that you’ve created give you as much peace as they do me! This is masterful. So lovely! (And reference photos, to boot!!)
Lovely nature filled lines thread through your sudoku in all directions, and spread calm. So sorry to hear about your step father Catherine, sending thoughts your way.
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Condolences. A very interesting way to share a message of hope in the face of sadness, nicely done.
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What beautiful, in the moment, glimmers. I can’t tell which is my favorite line…they are all so pretty and poignant knowing what you’ve gone through. Wishing you an easy day with lots of words and rest.
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So sorry for your loss. Through the beautiful images in your Sudoku poem, you spread joy even when you are experiencing grief.
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I hope you are feeling at peace. My favorite line is “sky floats above the meadow reflecting like glass”
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Beautiful, Catherine – sending condolences and light-filled wishes for you and your family. xo
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I’m so sorry about your stepfather, Catherine. Even though a loss is anticipated, it can still feel somehow surprising, with unexpected layers. Your Sudoku poem is just lovely. I especially like your starting with “an azure” and then going in two different, yet related, directions. I love the appreciation of nature and the peaceful mood that runs through this poem. Thinking of you!
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I’m so very sorry about your stepfather. I really, really love your sudoku poem. And I’m so amazed by each and every one of you who attempted that form. It’s astonishing to me.
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My sincere sympathies on the loss of your step father. I am amazed at this Sudoku form. It seems very challenging. Each of your lines whispers peace.
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I hope these beautiful images that you’ve created give you as much peace as they do me! This is masterful. So lovely! (And reference photos, to boot!!)
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Oh yes, you got it right! Even without the gorgeous photos, this poem sings. And holding it, knowing of your loss, what a gift of hope your words are.
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Lovely nature filled lines thread through your sudoku in all directions, and spread calm. So sorry to hear about your step father Catherine, sending thoughts your way.
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