Notes About The Poem

For: One on One with Myself Poetry Contest 

Sponsor: Nette Onclaud 

February 15, 2026
Stars

At Fourteen

She wanted to be an astronomer 
but there was too much math involved,
math was like a foreign language
and she without a translator-
listen to me younger self, 
if you can’t study the stars 
write them down in poetry!
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Goldsmith Avatar
February 23, 2026 at 8:49 AM
Congratulations on your win. I loved reading your wonderful "At Fourteen" write. We need to always look inside. Now we have a wonderful writer. Have a blessed day with your wonderful win...................
Achara Avatar
February 23, 2026 at 10:04 AM
Thank you.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 4:19 PM
outstanding and engaging....and fabulous contest entry. Faving too.
Achara Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Thank you. True story.
Rodrigues Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Yes! Absolutely! Hugs
Achara Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Yes, indeed!
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