Friday, May 10, 2013

Trifextra: Love at First Tear


(First)

Plop…Plop-Plop…Plop

Salty spills splash steadily

(Then)

Flutter, thump-thump, kerplunk

Fallen fresh and fast

(Lastly)

Binding closes on tear-warped pages.

Never sadder. Never happier.

More satisfied, more exhilarated, more awakened

Than before.

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Inspired by The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

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This weekend Trifecta's challenge is to give 33 words (exactly) that include among them at least one example of onomatopoeia.

45 comments:

dunce two said...

I like it. Makes me want to read the book.

Ann Bennett said...

Oh this is really good. I love how your described the tears falling, then said how and why they fell. Great job.

Unknown said...

Loved this had to read it a few times.. out wit the old in with the new??

Lance said...

I see the inspiration. Very creative, Gina.

Gina said...

Thanks, Dude. I think you should pick up a copy.

Gina said...

So nice, Ann! I cry a lot when reading like everything is touching. Thank you!

Gina said...

Sometimes love works that way...with books! Yes, already moved on and it feels like I'm cheating on Wallflower. Thank you, Sam!

Gina said...

Good, good! Thanks, Lance!

Draug said...

Well done with the onomatopoeia!

Gina said...

Thanks, Draug.

Valerie Boersma said...

Time for the next chapter now, I think!

I loved this-I thought it was one of the more clever takes on the prompt:) Well done!!

lumdog2012 said...

I see you went all out with the onomatopoeia. Very graphic use of the technique and a touching piece of writing to boot. Well done.

Anonymous said...

I love your description of the reading journey. I haven't read this book, but I've had the experience with others.

Anonymous said...

Ohhhh. This is lovely.

Anonymous said...

A story wrapped in a story wedged between the covers of a book. What a great response Gina! :D

Mind Of Mine said...

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower.

One of the greatest books I have ever read. I actually felt different once I finished reading it.

Gina said...

There's always another waiting in the wings to take it's place...

Thank you so much Valerie. Books I love have a lasting effect on me.

Gina said...

I did go all out. I was up early dying to finish and after I closed the cover then saw the prompt, I started thinking about the anatomy of tears. I always appreciate your kind words, lumdog. Soon, yes? For you....

Gina said...

I don't have this experience every time but books have their way with me. Always! They linger in my mind for a while making the beginning of the next book a difficult start sometimes.

Gina said...

And this is the loveliest comment. Thank you whimsy!

Gina said...

I LOVE the way you put that, Linda! This comment, from you? It makes my day. Thank you so much!

Gina said...

Hey!!! I miss you! Thank you for visiting.

I agree with you. I really wish I hadn't seen the movie last fall. I don't remember it in great detail (for several reasons), which was good for reading purposes. But it's liking walking head first into heartbreak (ache). You know it's coming but you can't remember exactly when.

I feel different today too.

jody said...

wonderful description of how words on a page can evoke such emotion

TMWHickman said...

Beautifully done. Tears don't sound the same when they hit the screen of a Kindle...

Trifecta said...

I worked as a school counselor in 2004-2006. I made it my personal side job to read all of the new YA fiction and write reviews for it. Perks was one of my favorites. This is a great response to the prompt. Thanks for linking up!

Jenna said...

Nice poem! I think I found Trifecta through your blog, so thanks!

brudberg said...

Great, a book to read

Atreyee said...

Oh Gina,this is so me!I hardly cry in real life but give me a soppy story -book or movie or even a serial & tears come out in a rush!Loved this:-)

Suzanne said...

Wonderful piece! Great use of onomatopoeia! And way to sum up my relationship with a good book! :)

kymm said...

Love this tribute to books - how the goods ones hang around and get to you.

Kir said...

did you know that I have been known to HUG a book I've loved when I'm done with it. SERIOUSLY hug it.

I loved this. :)

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY sweetie, hope your weekend was amazing.
XO

Gina said...

Thanks Jody! They sure can!!!

Gina said...

For the most part, I am totally off a Kindle. Just not the same. Thank you so much, Tina!

Gina said...

It's a really touching book. I know someone (very close to me) that has Charlie's same sort of spirit. I think that's why I felt it more.

Gina said...

Yes!!! I am so glad you found it and have enjoyed your entries, Jenna!

Gina said...

I really liked it.

Gina said...

Fortunately (or unfortunately) I am a BIG crier. When I'm really happy, really sad, really touched, really....Well you get the picture!!! Thank you, as always, for leaving such nice comments Atreyee.

Gina said...

A kindred spirit then! Love it and your comment.

Gina said...

Mine linger and hang on for many moons. I love when one is tough to shake. Thanks so much Kymm.

Gina said...

Okay! You are ME! Though I squeeze them.

Thanks, girlfriend!!! You are always so kind to me.

It was hands down one of my favorite Mother's Days. You know, especially with little kids, they don't "go down" as expected or you'd like. This one did so I am very, very grateful and blessed. And yours? I hope it was everything you wanted and then some.
Muah!!!

Kenya G. Johnson said...

That doesn't happen with me anymore since I'll all electronic and gadgety, but been there, love this.

Samantha Brinn Merel said...

If you can believe it, I've never read Wallflower. Crazy since it's set in Pittsburgh and you know how I feel about Pittsburgh. I think it's about time for a read...

Gina said...

Thanks, Kenya. I have given up my Kindle. As much as I love the convenience, I missed real books too much.

Gina said...

I can't believe you haven't because of Pittsburgh but also because you are young and hip!!! You need to...

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