Changeling Prince

The air was filled with sparks so bright
as ash and flick'ring fire abound
The night was filled with fairy light
and from deep down the drumming sound.
And all about did wander round
in forms both large and shimmer small
walked spirits old of yesternight 
to lend a charm to each and all.

The sky o'er head was filled with light
and night wore the king’s Northern Crown.
The stars fought with the fire flies flight
as shadows marked the unknown.
A royal night when love was sown,
and bardly singing did enthrall
their poetry did rich resounded
to lend a charm to each and all.

Around the fire stood bold knights 
and their ladies most well, unknown,
secrecy was their honor-bright
and amongst them stood the Throne.
Changeling bride brought forth to atone
promises too old to recall,
tonight a fairy wife enthroned
to lend a charm to each and all.

Upon their heads set holly crowns
their scepters of ash, I recall.
Cloaks as light as gossamer shone
to lend a charm to each and all.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Prins Avatar
April 3, 2011 at 11:29 AM
I must appreciate the classy twing that clings to every word here in. Quite a seasoned poet u are Debbie Guzzi, and your name sounds as thought it's right off a movie! Really awesome!
Pettit Avatar
March 13, 2011 at 7:31 PM
Congratulations on winning in the contest. This had to be one of the more difficult contests for me. My entry didn't make it.
Onclaud Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 8:35 PM
sanamagan, lights! a fairy tale and myth that flies off the roof with both mystical and earthy imagery.." sceoters of ash.." thimps up for this shining win, debs! ..:) huggs, nette
Muzzey Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 4:34 PM
A wonderful write. Congratulations on your Seventh place win with this lovely Ballade. Caryl
Mehta Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 2:28 PM
You have painted lovely ancient pen picture, Deb. Congrats on the win.
Dietrich Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 2:24 PM
It sounded like a magical fairy kingdom, Debs. Great atmosphere in this writing. Congrats with this form of poetry. One I have yet to attempt!
Brown Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 9:22 AM
This is so absolutely outstanding Debbie. I truly enjoyed it. Congratulations on your win in Catie's contest. Love, Carol
Devonshire Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 8:50 AM
Quite a lovely fantasy, Deb. Congratulations on your success in the contest! Love, Carolyn
George   Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 8:34 AM
Beautiful images, Deb, in this sensational Ballade. Many congrat's on your BIG WIN. Lainie
Richards Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 8:00 AM
This could be a fantasy ballade from old...or perhaps a verse to share with William and Kate....in other words timeless! Lovely work...Congratulations Deb on a well deserved win!!!
Johnson Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 7:21 AM
I am highly impressed with your ballad. I haven't read the rest yet but if they beat this one they must be truly outstanding. I love it and it is in true ballad style. Congratulations. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
March 10, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Congrats Debbie on your big win in Catie's contest with this wonderful Ballade entry.. enjoy luv..
Mac Donald Avatar
March 3, 2011 at 7:15 AM
This is outstanding, Debbie! I can't stop looking up to view its mesmerizing content. I'm blown away by this piece. I think I'll email it to myself...lol. I've never done that before! I'll do it, so I can have easy access, if it's alright with you? Love this, thanks for sharing Debbie! Mikki
Wegenast Avatar
February 28, 2011 at 5:39 PM
Amazing! I love this! Very well done.
Sweetheart Avatar
February 28, 2011 at 8:41 AM
An awesome Ballade which u perfectly penned Debbie.. great rhyme scheme and wonderful story ..good luck in the competition by Catie..luv..
Barrow Avatar
February 27, 2011 at 7:38 AM
beautiful well written poetry
Peranteau Avatar
February 27, 2011 at 7:12 AM
Very poetic dear poet ! I loved this Ballad Debbie, and I'm not one who spends time with this form, yet, your title caught my eye, and this write was well worth the peek ! Have a great weekend Deb ! much love, james
Guzzi Avatar
February 27, 2011 at 3:57 AM
yes a real terror of a form! shiver
Gorelick Avatar
February 26, 2011 at 6:57 PM
This form is exhausting. Ive been working on mine for a week.. youve given me hope that it can be done. lol BG
Hickman Avatar
February 26, 2011 at 4:25 PM
so very delightful and definitely poetic, a warm and powerful story you have weaved here so well,,Thank You for all your visits to my words and for all the words that you left behind,,Blessings..Cecil
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