Notes About The Poem

For Miranda Hawley's 12 Lines Or Less Ridiculous Comparisons Poetry Contest

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Like a Toy Car

When a poem you write is like a toy car,
it’s all wound up (vroom vroom) to take the reader far.
If it’s much too short, give the poem gas.
More words are the fuel you’ll need to amass.

If it’s way too long, your poem might sputter.
Add it then to your other toy car clutter.
When your poem, like a car, runs smoothly – assume
it will take folks for a ride with a zipitty zoom zoom.
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Velasco Avatar
July 19, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Such a clever and playful piece, Andrea! I love the extended metaphor—it’s lighthearted yet full of poetic wisdom. The rhythm and sound effects add so much charm. A joyride of a read from start to finish!
Loving Iii Avatar
July 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Never thought of it like that. But this gives me a thought pattern.
Evangeline Avatar
July 8, 2025 at 3:58 AM
I do love poems that are like smooth car rides. Thanks for writing & sharing!
Wolf Avatar
July 7, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Ha, ha. Looks like you like those express lanes, Andrea.
Andresen Avatar
July 7, 2025 at 12:25 PM
- Fun to read, Andrea - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Narain Avatar
July 7, 2025 at 10:36 AM
True facts, Great creative poem.
Hind Avatar
July 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Aw, this is cute, love it!!
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