How long before I take a stand?
Will I be able to withstand
the consequences?
To take a stance is one thing:
strike a pose,
assuming
the position
but beware!
In case of trench warfare
you best be damn-sure your
defences are
well planned.
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Tonight, Lisa is hosting Quadrille, and has asked us to use the word ‘stand’ in our poems of exactly 44 words. Join in the fun from 3pm EST!
great fun with the word play Ingrid
Thank you Laura!
I love all your chimes and rhymes here, Ingrid. It really holds the poem together.
Thanks Sarah – it’s hard with quadrille sometimes!
Well said, Ingrid. It’s always good to have thought out the consequences before taking an absolute, resolute stand. Sometimes, it’s not always safe to. I too adore the wordplay—such a great and powerful piece.
I was thinking how much easier is a stance than a stand!
Great piece Ingrid!
“but beware!
In case of trench warfare
you best be damn-sure your
defences are
well planned.”
Indeed 🙂
Thank you Gabriela 🥰
My pleasure 🌹
Loving the power in the last stanza, Ingrid, as well as the robust use of the word ‘stand’!
I like how you differentiated between stand and stance. You’re right, the overlords will fight dirty if anyone attempts to thwart them.
I like the questions–making a stand and/or taking a stand. What are the consequences? Some people never think it through.
We used many of the same words, but differently. 😀
Coincidentally, I’ve been re-watching Downton Abbey and recently saw some of the trench warfare scenes.
Thanks Merril! I’ve never seen that show – maybe I should?
Oh, depends on what you like. It’s kind of a soap opera, but so well done with the upstairs and downstairs staff, starting with the sinking of the Titanic. And it may be worth it just to watch Maggie Smith. 😀
Oh she’s brilliant!
Nicely done. I wish I would have read this sooner, sounds like fun. She is a great interviewer. You all have a wonderful time. Hugs 🤗 Joni
Thanks Joni! 🤗
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I like the comparisons between “stance” and “stand”. Good point! Going all in is risky but can sure pay off sometimes.
Thanks Mish 😊
Posing and stancing ain’t always standing; that’s for SURE! Nice work, Ingrid!
Thanks Ron.!
Nice one. Bravo
Happy Monday
Much❤love
Thank you Gillena ❤️
There’s a very nice rythm and flow to your Quadrille.
This part made me smile:
“strike a pose,
assuming
the position”
The word trench war always makes me think of the book, All Quiet on the Western Front.
I was thinking of that kind pf theme, and about all the different kinds of war we get ourselves embroiled in.
I like the use of thw word stance. Well done.
Thank you Beverly!
Stand vs stance is truly something different. The poem could have so many different applications as well, we have to guard our hearts at times and take a stand for ourselves! 💓
Thank you Tricia – I wanted it to be open to interpretation!
If we are fighting for mother earth, I will be there with you Ingrid, shoulder to shoulder. Take no prisoners! 😠 I put down my arms to write my piece for today’s prompt. Went back to the peace and beauty of my old growth forest.
But I will again be at answer to the call tomorrow! 👊🏼✊🏼
I’ll see you there! No harm gathering strength from peace and beauty though 🙏💪
Playful and feisty. I’ll beware.
Thank you Darius!
Nicely done.
Thank you 😊
You will not stand alone ..
Thanks Ivor 🤝💪 🌏
Very nicely done Ingrid!
Thanks Dwight!
I like it! Action or position?
The choice is ours!
An unimpeachable position. 😉
Just get those feet in the trench 😅
Wonderful use of the word stand, and a reminder that we must also be willing to crawl. Enjoyed this one, Ingrid.
Thank you K.
these are wise words, Ingrid. really profound.
Thank you 😊
Indeed.. cuts like a knife so pure Ingrid.. in a good way!💖👏👏👏👏
Well done 🙂 – and this poem sure leaves the reader feeling curious!
<3
David
Thanks David! That means it had the desired effect 😊
Great effect with the lively rhythm but serious message
Thank you!
Great rhythm, Ingrid! Deep message put across playfully. ❤️
Thank you Punam ❤️
My pleasure. 😊
Wonderful uses of the word, with a strong message. Love this, Ingrid!
Love your uses of “stand”. Powerful message in this, Ingrid.
Thank you!