I encountered a new word. Cinquain. I have always loved writing ever since I can remember. When I discovered rhyming words when I was young, I had a go at writing poems too. I studied the rules, the rhythms,

A Winter Oxymoron Ginger- -ly holding on- -to a bag of steaming dog shit as the cold nibs at fing- -er tips.

Maybe You Should Be a Duck With feet impervious to the cold as I slip mine underneath the blankets next to yours.

Sounds of Winter The crunch of snow under- foot, the huff of labored breaths, and the wind whistling through the trees.

Spinner A life in motion; Alive, it keeps spinning Lost, got standing still awating Next spin

Unquenchable Thirst Thirsting for the unknown— a mind seeking knowledge. Can answers be found? The joy of knowing... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey.

Gentle Breeze Soft breeze gently blowing on her face—sending all ills away—painting smile on her lips. — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was

Deep Secrets Beyond the depths of the dark, and mysterious sea hides countless secrets—waiting for us all. — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She

Adventures Inside A book A book —ready to be read—adventures awaits on its dreamy pages—dare you open? — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was

Dark Future You watch as your future break—saw it shattered to millions of pieces—you cry in despair... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was

The Boat A boat floating in the middle of a storm. Battered by the waves, by wind and by fate... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was an American

Countless Paths Ahead are countless paths and you just need to choose. To choose one do you have the guts? Be brave! — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey.

Cry Not! Cry out not when you fall— be strong, raise the call! And even if you hit a wall —be tall! — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was an

Bleak World How bleak... What happened to the light? Why is it so dark? Why can I not see hope? It's futile... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey.

Fluffy Dandelions Fluffy dandelions flying everywhere— on a short journey dictated by fate... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was an American

Parched Earth Scorched and parched, the earth waits for the rain to fall. Dry and hot, there's no sign of the rain clouds... — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide

From Dream To Nightmare A dream gave him some hope. But that dream is changing —dark fog changing it into a nightmare. — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide

A Vision They thought he would fail—that his vision is but a mere fantasy—he laughed at their faces. — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey. She was

A Hopeful Heart Hopeful— a fierce hope burns. A heart looking for light— light that would lead him away from darkness... What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide

The Moon's Embrace Silver moon—shine your light— let the world marvel at your grace—cover us in your warm embrace. — What is a Cinquain? A cinquain is a five-line poem that was invented by Adelaide Crapsey.