POEM STARTER

Write a poem that could have the title ‘Mythos’.

Myths and folklore are often used in writing as a way to bring common symbolism to life. What exploration might you use?

Mythos

You lured me in just like a Siren,

Guide my heart like Ariadne,

Your love is deeper than Poseidon,

Like Medusa —one look, you had me.


You tempt like Circe’s cup.

I’m Oedipus — you’re Mum.

You really got me burning up,

Like Icarus near the sun.


Beautiful as Aphrodite,

Hermes’ message received.

Like Hydra’s heads trying to bite me,

From love I cannot weave.


Strong as Herakles himself,

I’m on Artemis’ hunt.

Richer than King Minos’ wealth,

I’m Hippomenes out in front.


If I am Zeus then you are Hera.

You’re Eurydice my muse.

But like Narcissus in the mirror,

It is myself I choose.


Like Theseus, away I go.

A failed Nymph’s attack.

But unlike Orpheus just know,

That I will not look back.

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