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Fairyland of Fantasy

The hills that once were gold and red Are now a deep gray and barren instead, Awaiting the first drape of winter’s white Snow, or ice crystals sparkling in the light, When they become a fairyland of fantasy A sleigh ride through the bowered canopy, Headlining the holiday season’s pageantry Like on Christmas cards a frequent sight A walk in the frosty hills is such a delight Or bundled tight for a ride on a bobsled, Steaming chocolate, and a warm cozy bed. Written November 10, 2022 [Verso Rhyme Scheme a/a/b/b/c/c/c/b/b/a/a] TENTH PLACE WINNER submitted to "2022 Marathon Lap 20" Poetry Contest sponsored by Mark Toney

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Mark Massey

Date: 11/26/2022 7:32:00 AM

This is such a warm and graceful poem, Milt. Excellent work. Congrats!!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/26/2022 9:48:00 AM

Thank you so much, Mark, for your thoughtful comment on my poem.

Susan Ashley

Date: 11/25/2022 7:40:00 AM

Dear Milt, your brilliant pen captures the delights of the winter season with beautiful rhythm and rhymes and frosty imagery that's glazed with a sweet touch of nostalgia and warmed by a cozy last line for a grand finale. Your poetic finesse captured my imagination with ease. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/25/2022 8:28:00 AM

Thanks so much, Susan. This is high praise from the woman who's at the top of the list! I wish you every success in the Marathon.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/24/2022 9:37:00 AM

What a wonderful Christmassy poem, Milt. Big Congrats for your win.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/24/2022 12:45:00 PM

Thanks, Andrea.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/24/2022 9:37:00 AM

Is Christmassy even a word? haha

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/24/2022 12:45:00 PM

If it wasn't, it is now!

Mark Toney

Date: 11/24/2022 9:12:00 AM

Milton, this is a delightful poem that also takes me back to my childhood in the Wisconsin snow. Your last line has given me an idea. Tonight I look forward to a cup of "Steaming chocolate, and a warm cozy bed!" Congratulations on your win on Mile 20 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on because Mile 21 has already started. Also, check out my blog post to view your current standing in the Marathon.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/24/2022 12:46:00 PM

Thanks so much, Mark. I hope you enjoy that cup of hot chocolate on me. I am immensely enjoying the Marathon.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/13/2022 12:25:00 AM

So natural even though you followed a specific pattern. Nicely done.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/13/2022 8:13:00 AM

I hope it does well in the marathon. Thanks for the encouraging note.