Jack Horne Poet Rhyme

Clockwork Train

A little after twelve o’clock,
She slumbered at the window pane
And only I, the kitten, heard,
Then, saw the phantom clockwork train.

The driver smiled and waved his hand;
He had a tubby stripey cat.
The purring cat was fast asleep,
Inside the driver’s upturned hat.

As petals floated on the air,
I longed to join that happy band,
But couldn’t leave the little girl,
And snuggled closer to her hand.

I’m glad I stayed with little Jean,
But sometimes dream what could have been.

For Vie’s Trains & Fantasy contest

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Scott Thirtyseven September 27, 2015 at 8:43 AM A smile worthy write.

Phyllis Babcock August 7, 2015 at 3:32 PM A sweet poem Jack. Enjoyed the flow of this one. love phyl

Constance La France August 3, 2015 at 4:26 PM Oh, Jack, this is so delightful and sweet and a winner, love it 10 +++++

Emile Pinet July 31, 2015 at 11:15 AM Your have a gift in telling a story that lets the reader feel a part of what is unfolding before them. Emile.

David Williams July 30, 2015 at 5:35 PM Jack, excellent...David

Sara Kendrick July 30, 2015 at 8:33 AM Very creative..I like the rhythm and flow of it as well..Reads like a winner to me..Way to go..Thanks for the visits to my page..Sara

James Tate July 30, 2015 at 7:37 AM Looks like a winner to me.

Kp Nunez July 30, 2015 at 6:04 AM So it's true that cats have dreams...A good entry for tyhe contest, Jack. It appears you've been away. Hope you're keeping well. Kim :-)

Shadow Hamilton July 30, 2015 at 5:04 AM a wonderful flight of fancy Jack gl in contest hugs 7

Robert Johnson July 29, 2015 at 8:46 PM You should really watch what you eat before you go to bed. :) Really enjoyed your feline flight of fancy jack. Good to hear from you.

Joyce Johnson July 29, 2015 at 5:44 PM Truly fanciful, Jack. Should be a winner. Thank you for your comment on my poem and I am improving in health every day.. Love, Joyce

Afolabi Muideen July 29, 2015 at 5:36 PM A lovely and excellence write, I like how penned it and the imagery ......A.M.

Paul Callus July 29, 2015 at 5:31 PM Your imagination has served you well, Jack! Lovely content and an apt title to go with it. Love the end couplet. #7 // paul