Since I am on Spring Break, I have been reluctant to write about topics too deep or delve into a something too serious, or even think about something related to school. So when I saw Natasha post about her beloved water bottle, I unearthed my thoughts about my own water bottle.
I borrowed the Best Thing Poem format from Joyce Sidman.
My Water Bottle
The best thing is its size;
not too big, not too small.
I don’t even know how many ounces it holds
but size doesn’t matter anyway, right?
No, the best thing is it has a loop at the top
to clutch with only one finger as I rush out the door.
No, the best thing is its double wall
so doesn’t leave a puddle on my desk.
No, the best thing is its straw and spigot.
No need to tip it up to take a sip.
No, the best thing is its plain, blue color.
It doesn’t pay homage to the “home team” nor
claim allegiance to a college
but everyone knows it’s mine.
I had to read this to see the format. I don't write poetry much. I think I've written one poem slice. Anyway, I lost the straw for my water bottle, which wasn't/isn't very old. I'm trying to find a new straw rather than buy a new bottle. I have to tip the bottle to drink from it, and when I do drink from that bottle, it sounds like a dolphin. The sound has become my thing.
ReplyDeleteI am in need of ideas, so thank you for posting this. It's fun! I will try it out tomorrow :)
ReplyDeleteI am in need of ideas, so thank you for posting this. It's fun! I will try it out tomorrow :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a clever format! Who would have thought a water bottle could inspire so many! Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteLoved your water bottle post. Thanks for sharing the Best Thing Poem format by Joyce Sidman. You inspired my post for today about substitute teaching.
ReplyDeleteFun! I don't know that format but I plan to check it out. Thanks
ReplyDeleteClare
Always good to find...the best thing....about everything! Perfect!
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