Love Is Happiest

Love is happiest
Wrapped in quick hugs and kisses.
When you’re not around,
I remember your embrace,
Peeks of joy upon your face.


HONORABLE WINNER
Tanka Contest - All Poetry
July, 2021

HONORABLE MENTION
Submitted to the "QUIN-to Contest"
Sponsored by Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020


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Date: 11/27/2020 6:47:00 PM
Your poem is like a Hershey's kiss; a sweet little package of deliciousness! Congratulations, L Milton, for your wonderful win in Brian's contest.. ~Susan
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Date: 11/23/2020 11:33:00 AM
Milton, congratulations on your win in Brian's contest with this wonderful write _Constance
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/23/2020 11:59:00 AM
Thanks, Constance. I appreciate your notice.
Date: 11/22/2020 5:24:00 PM
this is so sweet, Milton. I really like it, and I'm glad to see it on Brian's winner list. Congrats.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/22/2020 6:09:00 PM
Thanks so much, Andrea. Just a little poem but filled with love.
Date: 11/22/2020 10:10:00 AM
Tender and filled with truth experienced over many years. The romance of your words shines! Congratulations on your win! Harvest blessings to you.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/22/2020 6:10:00 PM
Thanks so much, Sam.
Date: 11/22/2020 7:56:00 AM
Ahh!! Romantic winner. Congrats. Sara
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/22/2020 6:10:00 PM
Thanks, Sara. I appreciate your fine work!
Date: 11/19/2020 12:37:00 PM
Hello L.Milton, this poem makes me feel happy. I sense the romance. enjoy your day my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 11/21/2020 10:58:00 AM
Hello L. Milton, you are welcome. Enjoy y9ouor day my friend.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/19/2020 2:37:00 PM
Thanks so much, Darlene. I appreciated your comment.
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