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September- 22.2023
Fading, Floating, Fluttering Words Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Constance La France

Floating

"We have no wings, yet we can float in the blue either on a swing or on imginary wings sensing the undulations of air"~ By Poet


With the peak of spring in the month of May In the early hours of a pleasantly sunlit day Two kids merrily sat cuddled on a swing, Feeling as though they were buoyant on wing. Floating in the air, they began to sing. Their sweet lay breaking the silence with its ring They kicked the air with their legs in rising delight And felt like thistle downs ever so light. Going up and coming down on the swing was fun They closed their eyes on being face to face with the sun They felt the swish and sway of the tranquilizing air, And knew the light tug of breeze on their hair As the air got caught in the frills of their frock Their eyes gleamed bright in delightful spark They imagined themselves to be astronauts in space And an ebullient excitement lit up their face From a raised angle, they saw the Earth in green folds lie They watched the surrounding hills standing awfully high They saw a small stream flowing as a slow moving train And the trees lined up on its banks in unbroken chain Longingly I watched these children free of all worry and pain Also their aerial feats not tainted by any melancholy stain How I miss these childhood days of innocent fun And my thoughts float to those times when my days to sunset quickly run
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Kendrick Avatar
December 21, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Ahh!! I like this one. Remembering child days can bring back memories some good memories and sometimes some very unpleasant ones. Thank you for sharing this one with us. Sara K
La France Avatar
October 9, 2023 at 2:36 PM
Valsa, excellent writing and congratulations on your win in my contest, love your image and quote, Constance
George Avatar
October 9, 2023 at 10:53 PM
Thanks a lot dear Constance for holding the contests. Glad you have rated my poem high.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
September 27, 2023 at 4:39 PM
Congratulations, Dear Valsa, on your top win. Your brilliant nostalgic poem took me to those carefree days - your creativity shines in your descriptions. Love and Hugs ~
DiMino Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 11:49 AM
"Longingly I watched these children free of all worry and pain Also their aerial feats not tainted by any melancholy stain How I miss these childhood days of innocent fun And my thoughts float to those times when my days to sunset quickly run" -- beautiful, heart touching poetry. Yes, I remember -- lucky to have had some good childhood times. Many were never allowed to be children. Blessings.
Narain Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 10:46 AM
Astronauts on a swing, a bright new poetic idea. It is nostalgic with vivid recollections. Nicely penned.
One Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 7:14 AM
A lovely poem floating through memories that will rekindle nostalgia for many people... Your words took me to the place you are describing here.. You are a very talented poet writing with great ease on so many themes..
Rodrigues Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 4:52 AM
My favorite was the swings. Occasionally I find myself on one seated by a grandchild. Your poem is lovely! Hugs ~ Kim
Poet Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 4:36 AM
Dear Valsa, Drifting through nostalgic recollections of a joyful and carefree youth, your eloquence and abundance of ideas on any given topic are unmatched. I relished the ethereal ambiance and radiant illumination that permeated this exquisite poem. My heartfelt appreciation goes out to you for crafting such a bewitching piece of artistry.BOL in the contest
Andresen Avatar
September 22, 2023 at 2:39 AM
- Float ... through old memories from a happy and carefree childhood ... wonderful, Valsa :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Rolland Avatar
September 21, 2023 at 11:05 PM
enjoyed the atmosphere and light of this delicious poem, can't wait for next spring, thanks Valsa for the "charming" poem
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