Candles

Candles
flicker gently
until moonlight appears,
then move into rapid laughter
higher
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Callus Avatar
January 20, 2021 at 12:33 PM
You have a cute and witty imagination, Angela. Next time I'll try to light up the moon with a candle :) Regards // paul
Crabtree Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 8:04 AM
Thank you, Paul :)
Jordan Avatar
July 6, 2008 at 3:48 PM
this poem offers the reader a clear visual - wonderful job - congrats on the feature
Seals Avatar
June 15, 2008 at 2:30 PM
Hello~Astrid congrats! on your featured poem.Candles are definitely a mood setter.Laugh on...B BLESS Crystal
White Avatar
June 13, 2008 at 4:33 PM
Astrid, congrats, this is witty, light-hearted and fun, take care D-nyce
Lokken Avatar
June 10, 2008 at 5:12 PM
My dear friend, congragulations on being featured with this lovely piece. Love, Sara:)
Mckenzie Avatar
June 10, 2008 at 2:54 PM
Astrid How lovely congratulations on your featured poem this week! Laura
Mason Avatar
June 10, 2008 at 2:47 PM
Wonderful use of this form, Astrid. The end line totally took me by surprise!! This is surely a well-deserved selection as a favorite of the week here at the Soup! Congratulations!
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June 10, 2008 at 1:43 PM
Nice use of this short format. I enjoyed it. Congratulations on being featured this week. Wishing you continued success with your writing. Karen
Sheart Avatar
June 10, 2008 at 12:29 PM
Hello Astrid, Here's to the laughter! Congrats on your feature write this week! Love Light Truth Patricia
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
June 10, 2008 at 6:43 AM
Congratulations Ivy, on your cinquain "Candles" being featured. Vince
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