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Let the Games Begin

Time to let the games begin! A challenge I accept To write a poem that will win And show that I’m adept Enough to continue the game. What topics shall I choose to write? I may need twenty-six Or twenty-seven, I just might Pen an eclectic mix Of poems that will please. Shall I write of summer days Or nights of shadowy fright? “How shall I love thee”--count the ways Lock all the doors at night. So many possibilities! I shall dig deep! I shall endure! I shall not sleep! You can be sure That I shall prove to be a worthy marathon poet. 2022 Marathon Mile 1 Poetry Contest Mark Toney Written June 13, 2022

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Susan Ashley

Date: 6/15/2022 8:19:00 PM

Dear Linda, such a fantastic piece. Indeed, this clever, rhythmic poem proves you are a wonderfully worthy marathon poet. Love the rhyme scheme too. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Valsa George

Date: 6/15/2022 2:33:00 AM

Really enjoyed your poem, Linda. Appreciate your resolve to run the Marathon race and be a victor !

Mark Toney

Date: 6/14/2022 10:21:00 PM

Congratulations, Linda, on your win on Mile 1 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon contest. A tailor-made poem for the poetry marathon! You have proven yourself adept, and I applaud your ingenuity! "So many possibilities!" Mile 2 is up and running!

Linda Craddick
Date: 6/15/2022 10:26:00 AM

Thank you, Mark! I look forward to this contest; what a fun idea!