The Art of Fortuity: A Sonnet of Self-Determination
Fortuity, oft beheld as fate sublime,
Is nought but outcome of our minutiae,
A myriad of acts that o'er time align
To shape our lot, and sow our destiny.
To foster luck, we must extend our reach,
Expand the realm of possibilities,
For every gamble we do undertake,
Our luck draws nigh, with greater facility.
So let us open wide the portal wide,
And welcome in the beams of luck and grace,
For every step we take, our fate resides,
To guide us on our course, with steady pace.
Thus, let us strive to master our own fate,
And make our luck, with actions great and great.
About this poem
This sonnet explores the idea that luck is not simply a matter of chance, but rather the result of one's actions and habits. The speaker suggests that in order to create more luck, one must increase their "luck surface area" by taking more opportunities and expanding their possibilities. The use of complex terms such as "fortuity" and "minutiae" add a level of sophistication and depth to the poem, emphasizing the idea that luck is not a simple concept, but rather something that is shaped and influenced by our actions. The imagery of opening a "portal" to let in luck and the repetition of the phrase "let us strive to master our own fate" highlights the idea that we have the power to shape our own luck and destiny. Overall, this sonnet offers a thought-provoking perspective on the idea of luck and our ability to shape our own fate. more »
Written on January 16, 2023
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 16, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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| Scheme | XXXA XXXA XBXB CC |
|---|---|
| Closest metre | Iambic hexameter |
| Characters | 572 |
| Words | 122 |
| Stanzas | 4 |
| Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 2 |
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