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Contest: Fantasy Poetry Contest, sponsored by Constance La france.

I'm a Bird Fantasy

“I like the idea of taking off like a bird.” — Florence Welch


I am suddenly awakened from my dream by a loud sound
Not sure where I am, but I’m in a tree high above the ground
I feel light, airy and I am dressed in bright blue whimsy fluff
It may be my imagination, but my feet feel sharp and rough

I am enjoying this reverie as I sit perched up in the oak tree
My arms are now wings and I have a visualization of flying free
I feel delightfully happy as I start to croon, chirp and sing
It may be a hallucination, but I also feel my tail feathers swing

I decided to take a big risk and flap my wings to try to fly
To my delight and surprise, I am now happily soaring in the sky
It’s now three am as I’m suddenly awakened from my bed
And look at my clock as a blue feather falls from my head
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Crandall Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Wonderful poem and wonderful dream!
Kitchin Avatar
August 10, 2025 at 6:34 AM
David, thank you.
Goldsmith Avatar
June 27, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your fun "I'm a Bird Fantasy" write. I wish I could fly like a bird. Love the blue feather great picture. Have a blessed day with your win.......
Kitchin Avatar
June 27, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Paula, thank you.
Daniels Avatar
June 26, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Lovely childlike expression of different realities. Enjoyed simplicity of explanation. Beautiful cadence. Well done, Tania. First time reading you. X
Kitchin Avatar
June 27, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Ghairo, thank you.
Beaufort Avatar
June 24, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Tania, there is indeed something special about flying. It's some kind of freedom. It's been a long time since I had a flying dream like you describe. Part of my life was spent as a flight instructor and commercial pilot, so I did have the fun of combining work and flight at the same time. I was very lucky in that regard. I have to say that your description of flight and willingness to try it is fun to read. Smiles!!
Kitchin Avatar
June 24, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Duke, thank you.
Allison Avatar
June 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM
I love the twist in the 'tail' at the end Tania - you sure are flying high with your poems. i hope this one soars on to the winners list! hugs jan xx
Kitchin Avatar
June 24, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Jan, thank you. -hugs
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