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Dandelion Wishes

A dandelion is a weed But with one puff, its seeds are freed, Though what you really ought to know Is you should wish before you blow. Will such a wish come true? It might For as the fluffy stuff takes flight, It scatters quickly on the breeze And lands where not a soul foresees. Perhaps it gently settles down Upon the King of Wishes’ crown. That seems a better bet to make Than candle wishes from a cake.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 4/29/2018 10:05:00 PM
Love it! I think I'll put dandelions on my next birthday cake. xomo!
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Date: 4/29/2018 6:25:00 PM
An uplifting poem that takes me back to "wishes" made in childhood. The last verse with the "King of Wishes" is especially delightful, Ilene. Wonderful poem! Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 4/29/2018 6:22:00 PM
:) How delightful. I love blowing on dandelions and seeing that "fluffy stuff" take flight Beautiful, dear. Hugs
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Date: 4/29/2018 5:20:00 PM
sent a million of those wish seekers on their way as a kid.....and have to believe that a few have come home....And enjoyable read Ilene....thanks for the memory...
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Date: 4/29/2018 5:17:00 PM
yes, you get a lot more wishes. I have written of dandelion wishes too, Ilene. They are something from our childhood and I wonder if today's kids get to experience these things as much.
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Date: 4/29/2018 4:11:00 PM
Wishes on seeds that can land to sow your wish for it to then grow does seem better than a flame being given your wish to claim since a candle lit, when out it's blown, has no hope of being sown! lol Love it, Ilene. All the best to you. :) ~ Artsie xx
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Date: 4/29/2018 3:58:00 PM
what a charming poem Ilene, as a child I would make a wish and blow - now when I see one in my garden I wish they weren't there! hugs Jan xx
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