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A Simple Story

A Simple Story Little child finds upon a heap of rubbish Favored threadbare rabbit of tawny velveteen One eye missing Cloth rubbed to shiny by little hands. Beloved bunny, Shopworn keepsake from babyhood, Languishing in forgotten jungles of junk, Broken teacups and outgrown sweaters. Heartbroken child, with faithful love, Cradles one last time this life companion To kiss goodbye this forever friend In a eulogy of tears and turns to leave. Love works miracles From the rubbish arises a living bunny Bulging stuffing and missing eye repaired Now hugged again in arms of delight. Golden bunny of dappled coat Lives in colorful clusters of carrots Straight radish rows and leafy greens Planted by the small child’s hands that Remember… 3-21-23 Contest: A Simple Poetry Contest Sponsor: John Lawless Based on the children’s book – The Velveteen Rabbit

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Paige Hind

Date: 8/11/2023 4:53:00 PM

I am not kidding this is my favorite childhood book, Sam! Oh, how it still melts my heart! Beautifully written! I mean it!

Len Gasun

Date: 4/1/2023 10:45:00 AM

So beautiful! Love works miracle indeed. Congratulations on your win and this excellent write my dearest poet friend Sam. I love and enjoyed your story poem immensely. Thanks a lot for sharing. Blessings to you always and your writings. Have a blessed Lenten Season my dearest friend. Hugs

Sam Kauffman
Date: 4/4/2023 11:17:00 AM

Greetings dear Len! The Velveteen Rabbit is an amazing children's book with its lessons of becoming real and miracles. Perfect lessons for children and the little kid in all of us. I am so happy that you enjoyed my poetic adaptation of this classic! Your lovely note put a smile on my face! Thank you for that gift! It is truly a tale for all generations and all times. Sending you blessings for Holy Week and Easter joy!

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/30/2023 5:26:00 PM

So sweet and soulful Sam. You manage to capture love, loss, hope, and remembrance in one short verse - magnificent! Congratulations on your win! :)

Sam Kauffman
Date: 3/31/2023 10:16:00 AM

Thank you so much Linda! The story of the Velveteen Rabbit is such a simple story that ends in the mystical realm of miracles! It was a joy to remember this beloved story in poetry and share its range of emotions that you so beautifully, and poignantly, describe. Sending you blessings of life as we enter this week before Easter!

John Lawless

Date: 3/30/2023 1:05:00 PM

I remember that rabbit and that story and shall now have to find it again to share with my great grandkids....Nicely done Sam, thanks for entering the contest

Sam Kauffman
Date: 3/31/2023 10:11:00 AM

John, I am indeed honored by your placement and I so enjoyed writing about one of my all time favorite children's stories with its metaphoric life lessons on becoming real! Thank you for that opportunity to rediscover this wonderful classic. And, thank you for this delightful contest! Let me know how your great grandchildren like this story! Blessings to you! Great contest!

Valsa George

Date: 3/27/2023 10:46:00 PM

Such a cute story. I can imagine the delight of that little baby seeing the bunny emerging all healthy and eyes repaired from the heap of rubbish. What delight. The initial disappointment felt by the child is replaced by overwhelming joy. Sam, you can step into the shoes of a little one too with remarkable ease. All the Best!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 3/31/2023 10:06:00 AM

Greetings Valsa! Sending you much gratitude for your beautiful feedback! I have always loved the story of The Velveteen Rabbit - a metaphor for becoming real! This story truly resonates with my inner child who believes in miracles. I hope I will always be able to tap into that little kid who resides in my heart - who invites dear friends for tea parties with velveteen rabbits or climbs trees or finds bunnies in the clouds! Thank you for sharing in my joy. I love having a poetry playmate! Blessings to you dear Valsa!

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 3/24/2023 12:50:00 PM

Makes me think of The Velveteen Rabbit, I really like the feeling of hope that grows from a child's hands~

Sam Kauffman
Date: 3/24/2023 2:05:00 PM

Hi Michelle! You got it exactly right! This story is based on The Velveteen Rabbit - one of my all time favorite children's books with its lessons of becoming real and transforming miracles from the love and hope of a child. I am so glad the hope and new life bubbled up for you in this simple tale. All the best! Spring blessings for you in the great north woods!!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/22/2023 4:09:00 AM

Lovely story, Sam:)

Daniel Turner

Date: 3/21/2023 2:15:00 PM

"Love works miracles" truer words were never spoken. Very nice, Sam. A heartwarming write:)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/21/2023 1:47:00 PM

- Absolute ... love works miracles ... this bunny will get lots of love ... a delightfully simple story, Sam :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs