Flash of Gold

Leprechauns lurk in the wood,
cackling and doing no good -
drinking and counting up gold,
even flashing at fairies, I'm told.

written 4th March in Robert's LIND30 form for Andrea's March In contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Ashley Avatar
May 4, 2022 at 4:25 PM
Oh, those naughty leprechauns, lol! Your verse is a delight, Jack, and cleverly titled too! Love the last line.. your witty pen never fails. Belated congratulations for your win, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 17, 2022 at 2:04 AM
Perfect to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Congratulations on your trophy win Jack. I loved it. Blessings xxoo
Calasibetta Avatar
March 15, 2022 at 8:55 AM
Love this light and fun limerick~no wonder it took 1st place! Congratulations! :)Paulette
Allison Avatar
March 14, 2022 at 3:17 PM
a joy to read Jack, Many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Alex Avatar
March 13, 2022 at 6:53 PM
A very beautiful work. Congratulations!
Canerdy Avatar
March 13, 2022 at 6:32 PM
Jack, this is delightful! CONGRATS on your well-deserved win. Janice
Goff Avatar
March 13, 2022 at 6:20 PM
Yes! Whimsy, Andrea is spot on Jack! Congrats!
Dietrich Avatar
March 13, 2022 at 2:40 PM
hey you got number one spot. So glad to see this is your poem and that you brought a leprechaun onto the scene. Loved the whimsy here. big Congrats.
Callus Avatar
March 7, 2022 at 6:55 AM
Leprechauns have been known to be a bit naughty at times, and your poem supports that hearsay, Jack :) Best regards // paul
Thirtyseven Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 6:07 PM
Great fun Jack. Big smiles here.
Sands Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 10:21 AM
Lol. Funny ! Good one Jack :)
Goff Avatar
March 4, 2022 at 9:21 AM
Classic! Great twist! To mine faves Jack! jimbo
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