Feeding the Ducklings

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Feeding The Ducklings Contest Sponsor: Eve Roper Penny had just walked down to the town market, saved up all her money to buy a fresh loaf of bread, “she has never done this before,” mother said warmhearted, “usually she buys yummy quarter candy pops instead.” Her itty bitty toes dipped in shallow waters off the dock, innocent as the mother Mallard was nurturing her young, her mother said, “oh honey, don’t take off your socks!” But lil’ Penny could be a sassy pants with her tongue. All of a sudden her eyes opened wide and to her surprise, she saw the mommy dabbling duck swimming right to her, five little ducklings were floating right before her eyes! Oh boy, how Penny loved watching them as the water stirs. She opened the bag of bread to feed her new feathered friends, tossing piece by piece into the quiet waters of natural wonder, to give the ducks a full belly is what she fully did intend, mother said, “I was like her, chasing birds when I was younger”. Penny had just walked down to the town market, saved up all her money to buy a fresh loaf of bread, her tiny hands couldn’t wait to get started, she was on the docks smiling as those ducklings she fed. Date Written: May 5, 2015

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Date: 6/7/2016 9:25:00 AM
Very good poem wello written congrats x
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Date: 6/1/2016 6:27:00 AM
What an amazing work Laura! I know you would win! Congratulations and keep on writing! :) -Hans
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Date: 5/31/2016 12:24:00 PM
You have ably caught the spirit of this child delightfully feeding her feathered friends. Sweet and a pleasure to read, Laura. Congratulations on this deserved win. ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 5/31/2016 12:25:00 PM
ps....enjoyed the audio:)
Date: 5/31/2016 1:18:00 AM
Very sweet write on Penny:) Congratulations on your placement Laura:)
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:05:00 AM
Thank you Jo! :)-luloo
Date: 5/31/2016 12:08:00 AM
The audio pulls the reader deeper into the poem. I am glad PS added this feature and your voice suits it well. Congrats on your win Laura.
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:04:00 AM
thank you very much Rob :)-luloo
Date: 5/30/2016 8:50:00 PM
Beautiful poem, Laura. Congratulations on your win in the contest. ~karam~
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:04:00 AM
many thanks Karam :)-luloo
Date: 5/30/2016 5:59:00 PM
Luloo, this was such an adorable story poem! I enjoyed reading it and listening to your fine audio too. Congratulations on your fine win in the contest. Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:04:00 AM
Thank you Sandra:)-luloo
Date: 5/30/2016 5:13:00 PM
Laura, thank you so much for creating a beautiful poem for the contest. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:03:00 AM
thank you for my placement Eve!! :)-luloo
Date: 5/30/2016 4:44:00 PM
such a beautiful write LuLoo many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:02:00 AM
thank you Jan :)-luloo
Date: 5/28/2016 11:00:00 PM
Creative and delightful write, Laura. I've known such determination to realize a fun want in a few little ones. Your young character's eagerness, determination and sense of wondrous joy are well conveyed and true to life. Good luck with this sweet entry ... CayCay
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Date: 5/31/2016 9:02:00 AM
thank you sweet lady CayCay :)-luloo
Date: 5/5/2016 10:56:00 AM
Lovely child-like piece Laura, so spring like to brighten up our day!
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Date: 5/5/2016 12:36:00 PM
thank you Gordon :)-luloo
Date: 5/5/2016 9:56:00 AM
wow, so heartwarming, i feel like a child again, lou.. enjoyed this!..huggs
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Date: 5/5/2016 10:22:00 AM
thank you Nette! :)-luloo
Date: 5/5/2016 8:26:00 AM
Images of childhood past times. Well done
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Date: 5/5/2016 9:48:00 AM
thank you Kelli :)-luloo
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