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Magic Spell For a Modern World Premiere Contest Winner

Wart of hubris, sweat of cursed Jealous eyes and greed at worst Blood from pride, tears from pain Some wretched feelings from disdain. Sordid juices caused by lust One liberal dusting of distrust. A pinch of squander on path to diet Then splash of anger from disquiet Two parts grease; on one’s own behalf Once can of echo, from mocking laugh. Grind chains of office to subtly blend Add some waste from overspend Ignore the stench and simmer down Wait for pride to rise don't let it drown. One last step for this magic spell Free a poison pen with a tip to quell.

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Date: 11/13/2023 4:40:00 PM
We are in need of an even stronger spell, Mark: Can you write a take two. Hope you are well. SuZ
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Mark Woods
Date: 12/3/2023 10:26:00 AM
Life has been so busy. So taking a 6 month sabbatical from next August and heading into the wilderness on a thru hike and rekindling my writing.
Date: 3/18/2022 12:56:00 PM
Congratulations on your fantastic trophy win Mark. Blessings xxoo
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:31:00 AM
Thanks Connie. I hope all is well with you. Hopefully I can spark my writing again. I noticed that you quite often spot my good poems early. Thank you : ) for being a lucky charm
Date: 3/17/2022 2:16:00 PM
Now that's a Spell! It sounds like the whole world is under it. Your poem is wonderful. Congratulations on your win :)
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Date: 3/20/2022 12:29:00 AM
Hi Ann, the first words that came to mind just started me on a tangent and this time it was successful. Thank you
Date: 3/17/2022 10:42:00 AM
Enchanting spell! Congrats on your first place finish!!
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:27:00 AM
Thanks Robert. It was a great comp and I enjoyed the challenge. Thank you
Date: 3/17/2022 9:50:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! A magic spell on this creative couplet write. Have a blessed day writing away.............
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:26:00 AM
Cheers Paula. I'm just hoping this write has turned my muse back on so I can get back to writing away!
Date: 3/17/2022 8:07:00 AM
This is super! Huge congrats on your placement :-D I love the rhythm that your couplet form has. In listing the ingredients, it's well suited to your poem. All the best :-)
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:25:00 AM
Thankyou Natasha. Rhythm is something I need to try to work on so pleased that it has come through in this poem.
Date: 3/17/2022 5:32:00 AM
Bravo! Every word is worth a prize! M.
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:23:00 AM
Thankyou Margarite. The muse just went off on a tangent, but sometimes that works.
Date: 3/17/2022 4:55:00 AM
Very powerful couplets. Beautifully written. Congratulations!
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:22:00 AM
Thankyou, it needs a few tweaks, but lucky with the result
Date: 3/17/2022 3:50:00 AM
Nice, Mark! toe of frog, tail of dog, eye of newt, plenty cute
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:22:00 AM
Cheers Jeff. Good to have a bit of fun
Date: 3/12/2022 8:04:00 PM
Mark, this is a unique and clever piece. Written with your innate flair. Wonderful! Blessings xxoo
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Mark Woods
Date: 3/20/2022 12:21:00 AM
Thanks Conni. It was a fun write

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