I am not the Notre-Dame

 My arches have fallen

My walls are caving in 


My buttresses have flown

I’m lacking symmetry


And most egregiously?

Even the grotesque gargoyles pity me.


challenge: to write a self-portrait poem, in which you explain why you are not a particular piece of art (a symphony, a figurine, a ballet, a sonnet), use at least one outlandish comparison, and a strange (and maybe not actually real) fact.

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  1. v burroughsApril 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM

    Test

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  2. GloriaApril 7, 2025 at 9:12 AM

    The link works and lead me here. I am inspired by your take on the prompt.

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  3. SmithaApril 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM

    It's lovely you chose the Notre-Dame to describe what you're not. The imagery of the Notre-Dame was one of strength, splendour and inspiring awe.

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    1. v burroughsApril 7, 2025 at 12:12 PM

      Thanks for the read, Yes it was exciting to see that great cathedral completely restored after the terrible fire!

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  4. Jennifer WagnerApril 7, 2025 at 8:17 PM

    Ha! Brilliant.

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