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Arabians To Zebras

Ancient Arabians, mother to all Bloodlines, essence of exquisiteness Clydesdales, symmetry of strength Dignity of duty, power of purpose Ebony elegance, midnight silk Friesians, crusaders in Galloping gallantry Hardy hearts, tiny and tenacious Icelandic horses, gaited grace over Jagged soil, volcanic climes Kaleidoscope diamonds, lissome finesse Lipizzaners, dancer of moonbeam dreams Mustang beauty, bred by Nature, to run in Open grasslands, their hides Paints of freedom Quarter horses, nimble and surefoot across Ranges unfenced, corralling waves of herds Sleek strides, sinewy speed Thoroughbreds, spirits of the wind Unbridled, they fill all Valleys and vistas in Wild wonder; with Alexander and Xerxes, they conquered the world You may say these are outside the list Zebras, to me - the mounts of fairies and myth 2/16/20

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John Watt

Date: 8/10/2020 3:07:00 PM

And yes, zebras absolutely belong!

John Watt

Date: 8/10/2020 3:06:00 PM

Came back to this gem today and loved it all over again. Great alliteration throughout; I especially liked "essence of exquisiteness", and "sinewy speed". Your writing always has the aroma of intelligence and love of language that keep me coming back for more.

John Watt

Date: 3/8/2020 10:46:00 PM

I'm sorry to see this didn't place among the winners, but there is nothing to hang your head about, this is dazzlingly brilliant in its description of the various horses you selected. There was no stumble whatsoever in the Q/X/Z where many of these poems falter. So smooth, educational, and poetic to the core. Well done! ~ John

John Watt
Date: 3/9/2020 1:10:00 AM

I'm with you on that. With the right attitude, disappointment can be an effective motivation to improve.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 3/9/2020 12:48:00 AM

Thanks, John - it is disappointing to get an N/A in a contest but lately I use them as a prompt to learn a new style of poetry or just give my muse a nudge -

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 3/7/2020 11:36:00 AM

This is a wonderful description of horses....my favorite animal. You wrote this ABCEDARIAN so well I didn’t notice that it was one until I got down to near the end. Good Luck in the contest and into my FAVs. SuZ

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 3/9/2020 12:49:00 AM

I am flattered you like it, thanks, Suz-

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 2/23/2020 11:54:00 AM

This is so cool. I usually am not a fan of this form but I am of this gem. Good luck in the contest. Hugs Rick.

Hilo Poet

Date: 2/22/2020 8:18:00 PM

You express yourself eloquently, your style of this form is enduringly receptive and easy on my eyes, my best to you, Michelle -- Aloha!~@wk

Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/17/2020 3:05:00 PM

I see that you weren't just horsin' around here, my friend. Nice! Say Hi to Wilbur! ~ Mr. Ed

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/18/2020 11:18:00 PM

A horse is a horse, of course - unless he's the famous Mr Ed! Thanks, gw-

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 2/16/2020 8:37:00 PM

This is a feast for horse nerds! Thoroughly enjoyed :))) Good luck in the contest, xomo

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/17/2020 11:01:00 AM

I guess I'm a horse nerd ;) Thanks for your comment!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/16/2020 5:33:00 PM

Wow Michelle, this is so beautiful! I love horses and you have quite the collection. Your ending is superb! I think this will be a top winner! xxoo

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 2/17/2020 11:00:00 AM

Thanks for your encouraging words, Connie!