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26 Miles and 385 Yards

A Greek soldier's fabled run
to Athens from the battlefield
announcing the defeat of the Persian,
a Greek soldier's fabled run,
he collapsed as his job was done.
'Athens is saved' he just yelled,
a Greek soldier's fabled run
to Athens from the battlefield.

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Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/5/2012 12:36:00 PM

Fabulous interpretation of the contest theme, Kash. You are always so creative and original in your thoughts and presentation. This one goes to my faves... Winning wishes for you! Love, Carolyn

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 3/5/2012 6:24:00 AM

I knew i loved your haiku,and now i know i love your triolet too.Thanks for the favourite Kash..Please do reply with your son's name..I'm very forgetful..If i get the name right,I'll be glad to read his poetry..thanks -charma

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/5/2012 3:31:00 AM

Excellent write Kash, love to read it.Have a lovely day. - oxox Anne-Lise

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 3/4/2012 11:08:00 PM

I love this historical piece and the triolet form. I think you've got a winner. Blessings, Rhonda

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/4/2012 10:54:00 PM

I do not know of this story, but it's a very interesting way to do that miles contest, Kashinath. SO nice to see you using a triolet form!! I really like this!

Wilma Neels

Date: 3/4/2012 11:01:00 AM

Stunning write Kash, enjoyed the form you chose as well :) Wilma

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/4/2012 8:50:00 AM

wheet, kashi buddy!... your triolet has mythical powers... awesome offering; is this about alexander the great or achilles??... come on over when you have time.. oo[s it;s almost midnight here! :) huggles!