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Seven Ten Poetry Contest. Sponsored by Emile J Pinet. 09/04/23

 

I don't have my camera, so I intend to just paint a picture of the most glorious scene, which is appearing in front of my eyes. My canvas - a dog-eared notebook and pen. Twilight’s beginning to fall, I observe the changing sky as the sun dips below the horizon. Rich swirls of marmalade and tangerine, that could have been applied by Monet’s brush. I am mesmerised by a murmeration of starlings; their aerial acrobatics enthrall. It’s a stunning sight, and I can hear loud rustling of frantic flapping wings in flight. Thousands of birds, all searching for space to settle tonight. The flock moves about like graceful dancers, twirling and swirling in darkening skies, until they swoop as one, to rest tired wings. Mother Nature at her best, yes, it’s a wonderful world.

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Date: 10/1/2023 9:18:00 PM
Wow. Fantastic imagery, Jan big congrats on your big win
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Date: 10/1/2023 7:57:00 AM
It IS a wonderful world Jan and you've captured it here. Congratulations! :)
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Date: 10/1/2023 8:06:00 AM
thanks so much Linda I do appreciate your comment:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 10/1/2023 5:16:00 AM
Jan, congratulations on your top placement, a wonderful poem, hugs.
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Date: 10/1/2023 8:03:00 AM
Thanks Tania! hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/30/2023 9:53:00 PM
Congratulations Jan well done a deserved winning place ?? Cheers Christine
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Date: 10/1/2023 8:02:00 AM
thanks Christine:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/30/2023 1:31:00 PM
Congratulations, Jan! Your poem has placed "Third" in my PoetrySoup contest. Your words paint a beautiful picture in the mind of the reader, my friend, Emile.
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Date: 10/1/2023 8:02:00 AM
Emile, i am so so thrilled to be on your winners list and can't wait to read my prize book:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/14/2023 10:55:00 PM
Hey Jan….l can't believe l missed this beauty…..simply beautiful Jan! Debx
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Jan Allison
Date: 10/1/2023 8:01:00 AM
It took me a long time to write and get it right but it's proof i can write 'real' poetry as well as poop lol:-) hugs jan xx
Date: 9/13/2023 2:00:00 PM
Yes indeed Jan It could and can be a beautiful world Unfortunately we aren't natural, caring or mothering where life is concerned. I have to most definitely genuinely say Jan Like nature itself you just keep on getting better with age Long live the Queen
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Date: 10/1/2023 8:01:00 AM
aww Christopher your comment is so sweet, thanks' so much:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/8/2023 6:00:00 PM
Hi Jan. This is a great poem and yes you can write well . Speaks volumes and you do paint a lovely picture Well done love it Cheers Chrisx
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Date: 9/8/2023 7:44:00 PM
thanks Christine:-) hugs Jan x
Date: 9/6/2023 9:45:00 AM
Dear Jan. Hi. Please allow me to say you outdid yourself here with your entry alone to which is poetry in true form and fashion. Your words are very beautiful and poetic and the attached video is perfect to your thoughts. It was an honor turning to this entry and page. Thank you for sharing your poetic talent. Yes, it is a wonderful world. Blessings always (smile)
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Date: 9/7/2023 8:06:00 AM
thanks so much Lisa, I am very proud of this piece and it took over an hour to re work and edit and it is one of my favourites. I do hope Emile likes it too:-) hugs jan xx
Date: 9/6/2023 9:02:00 AM
Your imagery is divine. I sit on my back porch and watch the sky fill with color every evening. Right now, it is hummingbirds that flit about in search of another taste of nectar.
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Date: 9/6/2023 9:40:00 AM
aww thanks Jerry, how i would love to see hummingbirds in real life. I usually write humour, some would advocate I still just write poop poetry, but this one took a lot of time to craft and I am thrilled with all the comments. hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/6/2023 6:18:00 AM
Hi, Jan! Oh, I agree! Years ago downtown every late aft, we could see the same thing here. Itoo had to write abt it & make a pen & ink draw of it. An exhilarating sight, perhaps cause we can see Nature in motion making Beauty & urban at that! We had sparrows do that over our yard every dusk. Unforgettable. Your poem is very lovely, evocative, a flowing pic like the birds U painted here.
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Date: 9/6/2023 6:21:00 AM
thanks so much Sally, I often see this amazing sight, it just took the contest for me to write about it:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/6/2023 4:13:00 AM
It's Wonderful to have you back. Living in Florida I haven't experienced Autumn in years, but always was my favorite season. You have written a beautiful depiction of the most mysterious and fascinating time of year. Take care my friend
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Date: 9/6/2023 6:20:00 AM
well i could have had the birds pooping but I thought better of it lol:-) hugs jan xx
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Jerry T Curtis
Date: 9/6/2023 4:31:00 AM
Thanks Jan ,.....and "Yes"....I did take notice the piece you had compiled here was not of the same caliber or sophistication of your previous works, lacking the the aroma and flavor of your pervious pieces, but I always endeavor to remain flexible in this ever evolving world........in other words...No Poop.... well, it's OK
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Jan Allison
Date: 9/6/2023 4:15:00 AM
Its even more wonderful to see you back Jerry - as you can see, it's not my normal style of poetry i prefer humour and rhyme, but I am proud of this one:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/5/2023 11:34:00 PM
Simply beautiful!
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:11:00 AM
Thanks Art, Proof I'm not just a poop poet lol. Got to say I am proud of this one, took me over an hour to write and edit to make sure the syllables were correct:-) hugs jan xx
Date: 9/5/2023 2:07:00 PM
Your verses arw a work of art.So happy to find you're still here Dear Jan.It's been long.Hope you're all doing well .
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:12:00 AM
Hi Charma, I can write the odd serious poem lol, i am proud of this one. I love the new avatar, its stunning, yes doing quite well here thanks, hope all is good with you and the family, hugs jan xx
Date: 9/5/2023 10:44:00 AM
What a beautiful and serene word painting that I could sit and be enchanted by for hours. So beautifully done, Jan. Thank you for this lovely moment of grace. Blessings and hugs!
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:13:00 AM
thanks so much Sam:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/5/2023 5:04:00 AM
Jan, you really captured fully the titillation of senses at beholding such beauty! Truly, your imagery is breathtaking and I feels thought I am there! This one is exquisite!! Happy Tuesday xxoo
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:13:00 AM
thanks so much Mike, I am very proud of this one, makes a change from my usual poop lol:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/5/2023 3:08:00 AM
Photography; painting, and poetry. Lovely Jan. Thank you
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:14:00 AM
thanks Jeff:-) :-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 8:26:00 PM
The images in your word-paints are so captivating my dear poet friend Jan! A superb poem you've creatively penned and shared to us. Thank you so much. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:16:00 AM
thanks so much Len:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 7:12:00 PM
Love this, so elegantly captivating the scenery
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:14:00 AM
thanks so much Stephan:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 5:41:00 PM
you depict Mother Nature at its best. What exquisite imagery you paint. Hugs.
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Date: 9/6/2023 4:14:00 AM
thanks so much Victor, it was a challenge to write and I am thrilled with the way it turned out:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 5:04:00 PM
Now we have this to paint. very good.
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Date: 9/4/2023 5:16:00 PM
thanks so much for your comment , a rare 'sensible 'poem from me lol, it took a long time to write but i am thrilled with the result:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 4:29:00 PM
Jan, a beautiful poem, love the bird imagery, hugs.
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Date: 9/4/2023 5:04:00 PM
Thanks Tania, I dont know if you have starlings in the US but to see them in a massive flock is an awesome sight:-) and no mention of bid poop! lol:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 4:09:00 PM
A beautiful picture you painted with words Jan. The world settling down for the night is a most wonderful sight… Belle xx
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Date: 9/4/2023 4:16:00 PM
we have had the most amazing sunsets this week Belle and seeing the starlings fly over the sea or over a field is incredible to watch and the noise of their wings is amazing:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 3:47:00 PM
- There were many beautiful pictures to paint here, Jan - A beautiful poem :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
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Date: 9/4/2023 3:52:00 PM
thanks Anne-Lise, I can write the occasional decent poem:-) hugs Jan xx
Date: 9/4/2023 3:41:00 PM
Your words and their beautiful imagery bring your experience into clear view, Jan. I know it was an eloquent scene to observe. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill
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Date: 9/4/2023 3:52:00 PM
i love to see the starlings it is an amazing sight. i only found out about a murmeration in a quiz show! the poem took a long long time to write - and not one mention of poop lol:-) hugs Ja xx
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