Kimo poems are an Israeli version of haiku. Apparently, there was a need for more syllables in Hebrew. That said, most of the rules are still familiar:
3 lines.
No rhymes.
10 syllables in the first line, 7 in the second, and 6 in the third.

Also, the kimo is focused on a single frozen image (kind of like a snapshot). So it’s uncommon to have any movement happening in kimo poems.

Sipping white wine; eyes fixed on the doorway.

The old tavern filled up.

She kept staring. Waiting.

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7 responses to “The Waiter”

  1. Chel Owens Avatar

    She might need an entree. :)

    1. The Abject Muse Avatar

      Or a valium. Hope she isn’t armed. :-)

      1. Chel Owens Avatar

        Just two.

  2. joem18b Avatar

    I tried one too. Also checked out Poetry Kaleidoscope. Thanks for the idea.

    The picture posted with yours was great,

    Cheers.

  3. tedstrutz Avatar

    Kendra couldn’t decide how to answer.
    Should she be flippant or straight?
    Oh, the hell with it, more wine.

    1. The Abject Muse Avatar

      I like Kendra. :-)

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