Day 40:

Aug 9-Libbonelle, -aBCD Befg Chij Dklm. B,C,D lines repeated. Each stanza describes the first line.

So how do you make a libbonele?

A Libbonelle is a special poem.

Yes, a special pattern is followed

It’s easy, anyone can do it.

A Libbonelle is a special poem.

It doesn’t require a strict rhythm

It doesn’t need a special meter

Just follow the pattern as described.

Yes, a special pattern is followed

Start with aBCD as a phrase.

B starts the next phrase with e,f,g.

C and D follow the same pattern.

It’s easy, anyone can do it.

While this poem has nine syllables

You can pick and choose your very own.

And now make a Libbonelle, yourself.