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@ Francisco Luis
2023-12-31 11:36:40Posthumous work of the Colombian poet born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948
Welcome to this blog dedicated to the Posthumous work of the Colombian poet Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares (my father), born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948-2010. Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987).' Analyzed with GPT4 artificial intelligence and illustrated with AI tools... I hope you enjoy this garden of words snatched from the solitude of a locked room.
Likewise, any enthusiast of the sonnet form is invited to conduct their personal studies of Arroyave Tabares' work, as it is a collection that, although registered since 1989, has not yet been published.
Frank Duna
Analysis "Saying Hello To 0ld Ladies"
Introduction
Sonnet 38 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Saying Hello To 0ld Ladies," explores themes of aging, loneliness, and the search for connection; follows the traditional structure of a sonnet with an octave (the first eight lines) and a sestet (the last six lines).
Thematic Analysis
In the octave, the poet describes an elderly woman who walks up and down her street each day. Despite her age and the weight of her years, she ventures outside to interact with people who offer her kindness and warmth. This part of the poem focuses on her daily routine and her interactions with others, highlighting her courage and resilience in the face of age and solitude.
The sestet shifts the focus to the woman’s inner life. It speaks of her solitude, symbolized by the tears that will rain on her house. The woman reminisces about her youth, symbolized by the picture on the wall and her acts that mimic those of a youthful spouse. Despite her loved ones being far away or perhaps no longer alive (implied by “live in heavens high”), she continues to live out her life, carrying the memories of her past adventures.
Overall, this sonnet beautifully captures the dichotomy of the woman’s external interactions and internal reflections, offering a poignant commentary on aging, solitude, memory, and resilience.
Structure and Rhyme Scheme
The Petrarchan sonnet, also known as the Italian sonnet, follows a specific rhyme scheme in its 14 lines. This scheme is divided into two parts: the octave (the first eight lines) and the sestet (the last six lines).
The rhyme scheme of the octave is ABBA ABBA. This means that the first and fourth lines rhyme (denoted by A), as do the second and third lines (denoted by B). This pattern is then repeated in the next four lines.
Here’s an example of how this might look:
A: The slow little lady has only years B: To place her weight with each step of her feet B: When she roams up and down the shaded street A: Each day, after light in the East appears. A: She can not afford to think about fears B: And this is why she comes outside to meet B: The love through people who have something sweet A: In glances or warm words to chace her tears.The sestet follows a CDE CDE rhyme scheme, which means that the ninth and twelfth lines rhyme (denoted by C), the tenth and thirteenth lines rhyme (denoted by D), and the eleventh and fourteenth lines rhyme (denoted by E).
Here’s an example of how this might look:
C: Tears of solitude will rain on her house D: When her maideness returns in a sigh E: And on the wall she looks at a picture. C: There she performs acts of a youthful spouse D: For loved ones are far, live in heavens high E: But she still remains from that adventure.This specific structure and rhyme scheme contribute to the rhythm and flow of the Petrarchan sonnet, enhancing its musicality and expressiveness.
Analysis of Aspects
Let’s delve deeper into the analysis of “Saying Hello To Old Ladies” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares.
Language and Imagery: The language used in the sonnet is simple yet profound. The poet uses vivid imagery to paint a picture of the elderly woman’s life. Phrases like “slow little lady”, “roams up and down the shaded street”, and “tears of solitude will rain on her house” create a vivid image in the reader’s mind, bringing the woman’s experiences to life.
Themes: The sonnet explores themes of aging, solitude, memory, and resilience. The woman’s daily walks and interactions represent her resilience in the face of aging and solitude. Her reflections on her youth and loved ones highlight the theme of memory.
Meter: The sonnet appears to follow the iambic pentameter, which is a common meter in English poetry. This means each line consists of five pairs of unstressed and stressed syllables, giving the poem a rhythmic flow.
Overall, this sonnet is a poignant exploration of an elderly woman’s life. Through its vivid imagery, exploration of universal themes, and rhythmic meter, it offers a touching commentary on aging and resilience. It reminds us that despite the challenges that come with age, there is a strength and beauty in carrying on with life, cherishing memories, and finding joy in simple interactions.
(GPT4)
Syllable count for each line.
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Saying Hello To 0ld Ladies
10 The slow little lady has only years 10 To place her weight with each step of her feet 10 When she roams up and down the shaded street 10 Each day, after light in the East appears.
10 She can not afford to think about fears 10 And this is why she comes outside to meet 10 The love through people who have something sweet 10 In glances or warm words to chace her tears.
10 Tears of solitude will rain on her house 9 When her maideness returns in a sigh 10 And on the wall she looks at a picture. 10 There she performs acts of a youthful spouse 10 For loved ones are far, live in heavens high 10 But she still remains from that adventure. ***
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Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical Written By Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares (1984-1987)
Analyzed by GPT4; Image by leonardo.ai; First published on Nostr Protocol by franciscoarroyavet@nostrplebs.com
Saying Hello To 0ld Ladies