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Closes

A note from Richard

V2Melody will close at midnight on 20 January 2028

This site has been a retirement project in musical poetry: poems chosen with care and set to music, offered freely for as long as it felt right to keep the garden open.

The work no longer holds the place it once did in my life. I have gone as far with it as I wish to go. Like a sand mandala, it was made to be completed and then released. I am not attached to its permanence, and I do not believe any of it needs to last beyond the time it was given. The poems were already here before I arrived and began to experiment with them. They will still be here when these musical experiments, and indeed myself, have been swept away, like the sand of a mandala. Nothing has been lost.

I want a simpler end to my life, days of simple love and enjoyment with my wonderful wife of 20 years. The work of maintaining a server, the monitoring, and the residual obligations that come with keeping a site alive no longer fit that life.

From 4 November 2026 I will not be adding new poems or musical poems to the site.

The experimental music I am making now is on my Suno profile. Those pieces stay there, and are not added to this site.

Until midnight on 20 January 2028, Spanish time, everything remains available exactly as it is. That is when my VPS server contract comes to an end, and it will not be renewed. After that, the server will be switched off and the site will disappear.

The Mandala Is Finished explains this more fully.

Thank you to anyone who found a poem, a track, or a quiet moment here.

The pleasure was in the making.

Richard

Home › Glossary › Letter C

Comanche

Horses
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Comanche was a horse known for its service in the American Civil War, symbolizing bravery and loyalty.

Detailed Definition
Comanche, recognized as one of the few survivors of the Battle of Little Bighorn, represents the courage and loyalty of horses in wartime. In poetry, this horse embodies themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the deep bond between humans and their animal companions. The imagery associated with Comanche often evokes reflections on the nature of heroism and the emotional weight carried by those involved in conflict. This horse's legacy serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by both humans and animals in the pursuit of honor and duty.
Example
Example in poetry:
Comanche, the brave, with spirit untamed, in the tales of the warriors, his legend was framed; a symbol of courage, through battles he ran, in the chronicles of valor, he led the clan. ; With each gallop, Comanche carried the dream, a testament to loyalty, a warrior's gleam; in the heart of the soldier, their bond intertwined, a reminder of bravery, forever enshrined. ; Comanche's journey, a saga of might, in the face of the storm, he rose to the fight; through the trials of time, his spirit will soar, a timeless reminder of the heart's core. ; In the stories of yore, Comanche stands tall, a beacon of hope, a hero for all; through the pages of history, his spirit will race, a testament to courage that time can't erase.
Additional Notes
Comanche, known for its service in the American Civil War, symbolizes bravery and loyalty. In poetry, Comanche can represent the often-overlooked contributions of animals in human conflicts, allowing for a deeper exploration of themes such as sacrifice and companionship. When writing about Comanche, consider the historical context and the emotional weight of loyalty in times of strife, which can create a poignant narrative. The imagery of a steadfast horse can evoke feelings of admiration and respect, enriching the poetic exploration of courage.
Also Known As
Comanche the Brave
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