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Little Princess In Satin

Little princess in satin shoes and dress
Curtain rises as she makes her debut,
Important attendees are me and you
She has been afraid of making a mess
Dancing across stage’s apron finesse,
To a rousing applause in ev'ry pew
Little princess in satin.

Tomorrow her troupe will be in the press
I’m certain she’ll receive a top review
She’s already got an award or two,
She continues to blossom, what progress!
Little princess in satin. 

SECOND PLACE WINNER
Written October 12, 2022
Rondine - 10 syllables per line
checked by PS Syllable Counter
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Submitted to "Rousing Rondine" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Jeff Kyser

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Linda Alice Fowler Date: 11/22/2022 7:25:00 AM Sweet write Milt. Congratulations on your win! :) Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/22/2022 9:27:00 AM Thank you, Linda. I appreciate it.

Christuraj Alex Date: 11/21/2022 7:46:00 PM Beautiful scene and action. Congratulations! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/22/2022 9:27:00 AM Thank you, Chris. Always good to hear from you.

Ann Peck Date: 11/21/2022 9:31:00 AM Sweet poem, Milton. Congratulations! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/21/2022 10:36:00 AM Ann, thank you so much for your warm comment.

Janice Canerdy Date: 11/21/2022 6:57:00 AM Milton, this is a lovely, vividly descriptive gem. Yes, we feel such pride in the accomplishments of our little ones! CONGRATS on your win. Janice Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/21/2022 10:36:00 AM Thank you, Janice. I appreciate your commenting on my work.

Terry Miller Date: 11/21/2022 6:47:00 AM Another beautiful poem Milton, and perfectly written in the rondine form. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/21/2022 10:36:00 AM Thanks, Terry.

Jeff Kyser Date: 11/21/2022 5:04:00 AM Good vibes from this one, Milt - memories of watching the daughters up on stage, and a lot of belly laughs at some of their missteps. Nice rondine, and congrats on your 2nd place! Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 11/21/2022 10:37:00 AM Thanks, Jeff. I enjoyed writing for your contest, and I appreciate your giving me a place on your winners' list.

Caren Krutsinger Date: 10/14/2022 9:57:00 PM "She has been afraid of receiving boos" This is sadly the case sometimes. I am glad it worked out so well for this little princess. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/15/2022 7:58:00 AM Oh, she was a hit, believe me!

Gershon Wolf Date: 10/13/2022 3:14:00 PM So adorable, Milt. I can just picture the little princess on stage, so happy... and her audience swelling with pride. Delightful write! ~ Gershon Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/13/2022 8:05:00 PM Thanks, gw. My own daughter (after her mother and I were divorced) went on to appear in child beauty contests. I never would have allowed that, but I had no say in it.

Tom Cunningham Date: 10/13/2022 12:35:00 AM Brought back happy memories of my three daughters in school plays. Seems a lifetime ago now and they have kids of their own. Tom Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/13/2022 8:08:00 AM I'm so glad you liked it and that it brought back some good memories, Tom.

Becky Forbes Date: 10/12/2022 3:57:00 PM Your pride in this precious little one oozes through. Made me feel like I was there with the protagonist watching her. :-) Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/12/2022 4:03:00 PM I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem, Becky. Brought back lots of memories for me.

Michael Tor Date: 10/12/2022 2:40:00 PM Such a lovely write for all those little girls in plays to be recognized and loved by all who are there to see and enjoy. You have captured the magical moment they feel along with the audience, teachers, and parents. Refreshing to read reminded me of my daughter Ashley in one of her plays. A favorite Milton... Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/12/2022 4:04:00 PM Thanks, Michael, so much. It brought back some wonderful memories for me.