~ The Poet's Place Cafe~

That’s true, Dave, if I follow Judi’s variation of the Dobson. (Judi created 8 syllables per line.)

However, I analyzed Dobson’s original, and I tried to imitate him. (Dobson used only 7 syllables per line because he opened each line with a hard syllable, that I call, “a short iambic foot.”)

I hope this explanation helps, regarding my intentions.

Blessings.

At any rate this is a great form, and it’s a wonderful challenge.