Magic

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Written, February 12, 2024
For The Premiere Contest, “Let's Minichu on Magic”
Sponsor, Mohan Chutani

Minichu format:
Total 12 lines (4 stanzas of 3 lines each)
Rhyme scheme: Aba, cBc, dbD, ABD.
4th stanza consists of a repeat of:
1st line of stanza 1, 2nd line of stanza 2,
and 3rd line of stanza 3.
Syllable count :
Stanza 1: 6,12,3, Stanza 2: 4,8,2, Stanza 3: 2,4,1, Stanza 4: 6,8,1

Magic touches us all In tiny ways and big- such wonder is Spring's Overhaul. From Winter's sleep Trees awake from dormant downswings; Buds peep. Limbs trance; new blossom wings dance. Magic touches us all. Trees awake from dormant downswings; dance.

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Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/1/2024 9:23:00 AM

What a great entry and homage to those little peeping buds. I enjoyed reading it. I am really happy to see them this year. Congratulations Sandra! :)

Sandra Haight
Date: 3/13/2024 5:29:00 PM

Thank you, Linda, for your visit, congrats, and uplifting comment! Hugs, Sandra

Mohan Chutani

Date: 3/1/2024 1:19:00 AM

Sandra, thanks for participating in my contest and congratulations for your placement. Best. Mohan

Sandra Haight
Date: 3/13/2024 5:30:00 PM

Mohan, I enjoyed writing for your contest, and I thank you for my nice placement and congrats. Sandra