Like Feathers, Fly

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Where have the years gone- like soft feathers, they soon fly, floating in the breeze of life, fragile, wispy thoughts to gather in, one by one; to stroke each with loving care, smoothing the edges ruffled in their years of flight; feathers of our memory. They fly much faster as we age; it seems to us that time has learned a new step that spins us around to fast-forward those feathers that we just held yesterday; grasped from us so quick before we could comprehend their designs and bright colors. Relish each moment lest the thief of time stops by and those feathers fly no more. Spend time with each one. Caress the silky texture; smooth the separated vanes to flawless beauty before they are whisked away with memories- or the soul.

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Date: 7/29/2022 2:31:00 PM
Congratulations on your win in Mark's contest Sandra. I'd never heard of the choka form before so thank you for introducing me to it with this perfect example. It takes much poetry skill to bring everything together as you have here within the strict structure of its required syllables. Cheers - Gary
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Date: 7/27/2022 7:04:00 PM
Relish each moment, indeed. Your poem is exquisitely thought provoking and beautifully expressed, Sandra. A metaphorical gem. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Sandra Haight
Date: 7/28/2022 5:35:00 PM
Thank you once again, Susan, for your uplifting comments and congratulations! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 7/27/2022 12:06:00 PM
Sandra, your simile is true for me - "Where have the years gone- like soft feathers, they soon fly..." How important it is to "relish each moment". Congratulations! Your skillful use of the choka poetry form has resulted in your win on Mile 9 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 10 has already started!
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Date: 7/28/2022 5:43:00 PM
Thank you, Mark! So pleased that you enjoyed my poem, and I am very happy to be on the Mile 9 winner's list!
Date: 7/25/2016 5:38:00 PM
I love this poem, Sandra. Luckily you overstepped the length because it would have been a pity not to have had that 3rd choka! Full marks from me:) Regards // paul
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Date: 7/24/2016 5:46:00 PM
Congratulations, here, THIS time you worked too hard!!! I think we only were to do three 3-line stanzas!! Marvelous imagery and symbolism, Sandra
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Date: 7/24/2016 9:18:00 AM
beautifully penned but sad Sandra - time passes us by so so quickly and we must cherish the days we have left:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 7/23/2016 7:39:00 PM
This shows how precious life and relationships are. Congratulations and thanks for being in the contest.
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Date: 7/19/2016 11:41:00 PM
A lovely Choka set, Sandra, worth many re-reads, so a #7 and I fave it. Thanks, Viv x
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Sandra Haight
Date: 7/20/2016 7:22:00 PM
Thank you, Viv. So nice of you to stop by with your uplifting and positive comments and nice 7 rating! Much appreciated! Sandra
Date: 7/19/2016 1:18:00 PM
A soft sadness to this write. Good luck in the contest Sandra...
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Sandra Haight
Date: 7/20/2016 7:21:00 PM
Thank you, Charlie, for your supportive comments. We have to make each day count...they pass by too fast.
Date: 7/19/2016 5:38:00 AM
This lovely poem has a melancholy feel to it Sandra. Beautifully conveyed. Hope this does greet in the contest! 7 : )
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Date: 7/20/2016 7:20:00 PM
Thank you, Connie. Guess I was feeling melancholy when I wrote it. Time is going by too quickly...I appreciate the nice rating and good wishes for the contest. Hugs. Sandra
Date: 7/19/2016 5:03:00 AM
Great metaphor of feathers:)
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Date: 7/20/2016 7:19:00 PM
Thank you once again, Jo. Hugs, Sandra
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