I have written a few triptychs, and I must admit, they are a challenge, but a very fun challenge indeed. I have heard of a similar form known as a cleave (more info available here: http://cleavepoetry.wordpress.com/), and interestingly enough, I experimented with the triptych form before I had yet heard of the cleave. You could say that the triptych, in essence, is kinda like an expanded cleave.

I’d like to do more experimentation with the triptych form in the future. Heck, maybe even start an online mag for triptychs. I don’t know.

I’m glad everyone liked this one so much. I only spoilered the content on this because it dealt with some pretty violent subjects. I’m a survivor of abuse myself and am trying to heal and recover from its effects, namely Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. While I’m documenting some monstrous people and some random acts of violence more than abuse itself in this poem, I know certain things can be triggers for flashbacks and other ill effects. The rule of thumb I use is this: if it feels like it might trigger me after I’ve written it, I spoiler it.

Thanks, everyone, for stopping by.

-Nicole

numbing the senses senseless