CONFETTI

So like a puzzle, poorly jigsawed, with edges that never meet.
Shredded, sliced, and torn; and much too small to be folded or broken.
Wee bits of paper, wafting in the air, and falling to the street,
As the throng below shout the words which once a year are spoken.

In pastel tints are these minced papers, that float on gusts of air,
But now they pause in anticipation as midnight's hour comes near, 
Then sail to earth like windsurfers, to signal this night without care.
Now is a time for choice and direction, as they hail in the New Year.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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George Avatar
September 9, 2024 at 9:53 PM
On new year, there will be dazzling celebrations with showering of confetti and fireworks. I enjoyed how you have described the confetti, the wee bits of paper that come down from the air like sprinkles of rain. Lovely description, Hilda.
Greenhough Avatar
September 10, 2024 at 1:20 AM
Thank you. I also like the celebratory mood of New Year. Cheers to you.
Kingston Avatar
March 6, 2024 at 12:58 PM
What a pretty read. Glitter reminds me of confetti a little. Both are so pretty and celebratory, but stick around forevever in all kinds of places ! I loved the imagery in your poem and my favorite line begins: " They sail to the earth like windsurfers.. I'm delighted to have found such a clever one. It made me smile.
Greenhough Avatar
March 6, 2024 at 11:45 PM
Confetti is the original party animal. Glitter is a little more highbrow and just doesn't show up anywhere. Thank you for your comment.
Jones Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 11:52 PM
Fun
Greenhough Avatar
January 29, 2024 at 7:34 PM
A belated thank you for reading. I had to write this because i was looking forward to seeing the confetti on New Year's Eve.
Buehler Avatar
January 7, 2024 at 2:13 PM
Bright, festive and lovely! This is a fave, Hilda. :)
Greenhough Avatar
January 7, 2024 at 2:33 PM
Thank you. Stay in touch. Hugs.
Kerr Avatar
January 7, 2024 at 2:52 AM
This poem has great depth, nuanced imagery, and lines which complement each other as a basis for a logical conclusion. Superb. Thanks for your insights on my work. I’m glad you liked it Howard
Greenhough Avatar
January 7, 2024 at 2:33 PM
I do seem to write on everyday occurrences. Thank you for reading Confetti. I look forward to staying in touch via poetry.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 5, 2024 at 10:43 AM
A fun write. "Happy New Year" Have a fun day.................
Greenhough Avatar
January 5, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Thank you. May you have a wonderful year.
Ball Avatar
January 1, 2024 at 6:58 PM
We all make choices at the New Year and then give up on it because we slipped once or twice. Don't give up a habit is hard to break. Keep on keepin' on! You can do it. God Bless and Happy New Year. JB
Greenhough Avatar
January 1, 2024 at 7:08 PM
Lol. Simple resolutions at New Year. The longevity is about as long as a msyflie,'s lifespan. Thanks for reading
Romios Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 2:57 PM
A joyful read. Happy New Year, my friend Pangie
Greenhough Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 8:31 AM
May your New Year be wonderful. Thank you for reading my poem
Baker Avatar
December 26, 2023 at 4:45 PM
A charming New Years poem for the "confetti" point of view. I like it! Have a Happy New Year, Hilda. Hugs, Bill
Greenhough Avatar
December 28, 2023 at 7:24 AM
Happy New Year and year ahead.
Wolf Avatar
December 24, 2023 at 7:10 PM
To speak so eloquently of confetti is genius, Hilda. Sweet stuff. Merry and Happy to you. ~ gw
Greenhough Avatar
December 24, 2023 at 8:08 PM
Thank you. I smile for such nice comments. Have a happy end of year and an even better next year. That's my wish for you.
Sharma  Avatar
December 23, 2023 at 9:21 PM
Oh gosh, this is such a whimsical poem describing those colourful bursts of joy that confetti creates, filling the ambience with magic! I can hear the popping of firecrackers, light, sound and the splendid laughters of this beautiful season in your words.You've showed such artistic elegance in this write almost describing those pastel tinted minced papers as butterflies/fairies who "Then sail to earth like windsurfers,to signal this night without care" Just so gorgeous!Sending you love and light
Greenhough Avatar
December 23, 2023 at 9:33 PM
Thank you. Here's wishing you a happy New Year
Empress Avatar
December 23, 2023 at 8:22 PM
Dear Hilda, Ah i felt this so very much: i love confettis and how you’ve described them in a way that fits the festive mood so very well: i heard firecrackers and confetti pop outs as i read this poem, its nostalgic and i can feel it getting close as the year ends.. ah I especially loved the line “ Then sail to earth like windsurfers, to signal this night without care.” Wow! What a creative way to describe them! Just left me in awe! I absolutely loved this! Pleasure always reading your work
Greenhough Avatar
December 23, 2023 at 8:25 PM
Thank you very much. Be sure to have a Happy New Year.
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