Crafting Octava Poetry

 **The Whisper of the Tides**  

Beneath the moon's soft silver gleam,  

The tides arise, a tranquil dream.  

They kiss the shore with gentle grace,  

A fleeting dance, a brief embrace.  

Each wave a story, vast and deep,  

Of secrets oceans long to keep.  

They murmur truths in rhythmic flow,  

A language only hearts may know.  

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**The Crafting of the Poem**  

Creating "The Whisper of the Tides" was an exploration of free octava poetry—a form where eight lines define each stanza, unrestricted by rhyme or meter. The fluidity of the tides inspired the theme, echoing their natural rhythm and depth. Each line was carefully sculpted to evoke imagery of the ocean's timeless dance, aiming to blend simplicity with profound emotion. The absence of rigid structure allowed the poem to flow organically, much like the waves it seeks to capture.

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