L Milton Hankins Poet Quintilla

Above the Fray

Beneath a willow, children play
Sun shining brightly, a fine day,
Observe our lovely neighborhood
So peaceful and calm, all is good
Problems? We live above the fray. 

Written May 23, 2022
Submitted to "Bite Size Poem No. 45" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Line Gauthier

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Bill Baker May 25, 2022 at 8:04 AM Nice light poem for today! Thanks, Bill L Milton Hankins May 25, 2022 at 9:23 AM Nope, I'd say not.

Gershon Wolf May 24, 2022 at 9:50 PM 'Above the fray' - the only way! :) L Milton Hankins May 25, 2022 at 9:24 AM I'd say that's good...live beyond the fray! It's the only way to peace these days.

Mike Gentile May 24, 2022 at 4:47 AM How lucky your are Milt, should this be true! A lovely, peaceful thought this is for sure! Happy Tuesday!! L Milton Hankins May 24, 2022 at 8:01 AM Well, on that particular day at that particular time, it was, Mike. Thanks for your comment. I hope you are having a stellar Tuesday!

Shirley Hawkins May 23, 2022 at 6:41 PM The words are calming with lovely imagery, an enjoyable read. L Milton Hankins May 23, 2022 at 7:11 PM Thank you so very much, Shirley. I'm glad you had this reaction to the poem.

Caren Krutsinger May 23, 2022 at 1:14 PM Your above the fray sounds like Nirvana, Hank. I adore this! L Milton Hankins May 23, 2022 at 4:27 PM I really try to do this. I fail sometimes, but it is a goal.