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A Beautiful Poem

I liken a beautiful poem to a sweet-smelling rose Somehow it roots in the heart, and there it stays, Word to word, line by line -- it rhythmically grows Like the tall rose vine in the gentle wind, it sways Slowly, but surely, it encourages emotional flows.
written April 6, 2022 submitted to "Bite Size No. 42" poetry contest sponsored by Line Gauthier

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Date: 4/8/2022 4:52:00 AM
This quintain flows well "Word to word, line by line -- it rhythmically grows"
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/8/2022 8:55:00 AM
Thanks so much, Caren. I hoped it would.
Date: 4/7/2022 12:05:00 PM
like Etna! Aloha!
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/7/2022 12:39:00 PM
Thank you, Rico. Well, maybe not THAT explosive, I hope.
Date: 4/7/2022 1:09:00 AM
Sometimes you come across such a poem that has that effect on the reader. Tom
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/7/2022 7:11:00 AM
Thanks, Tom. I appreciate your comment.
Date: 4/6/2022 6:27:00 PM
Precise and delicate comparison, Milton.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/6/2022 7:15:00 PM
Thanks so much, Marco.
Date: 4/6/2022 4:39:00 PM
Nice analogy Milt. I enjoyed the read. Bill
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/6/2022 6:08:00 PM
I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Bill. Thanks for the read.
Date: 4/6/2022 4:01:00 PM
Good poem -JT
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/6/2022 4:20:00 PM
Thank you so much, Honestly.

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