L Milton Hankins Poet Villanelle

My Big Moment

Someday soon I am going to be in a big parade
I’m not going to be the Grand Marshall, of course,
I would ride a motor scooter if I were not afraid.

I’ve given thought to a Shriner’s tiny car charade
Actually, I’d prefer a fancy-clad palomino horse
Someday soon I am going to be in a big parade!

My best friends have suggested I visit an arcade
Indulge my imagination without possible remorse
I would ride a motor scooter if I were not afraid.

At my age my children say I should be more staid
Foregoing my grand illusions, I consider the source;
Someday soon, I am going to be in a big parade.

I promise you, I’ll be sporting my finest brocade
As I’ve never been known to be tawdry or coarse
I would ride a motor scooter if I were not afraid.

I’ll be tricked out with a necklace made of jade,
And I’ll be tossing candy and cheering until hoarse
Someday soon I am going to be in a big parade
I would ride a motor scooter if I were not afraid!

Written July 31, 2022

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Andrea Dietrich August 6, 2022 at 10:28 AM this is a really adorable one, Milton. So charming. I think I will read one more of the villanelles you showed us in your contest page. You are GREAT with these. L Milton Hankins August 6, 2022 at 11:49 AM It is one of my favorite poetry forms. And, for some unknown reason, they seem to come easily to me. You'll find them sprinkled throughout my poetry list. Good luck in my contest. I'm going to assume that you are going to write one [just] for me! (chuckling)

Caren Krutsinger July 31, 2022 at 10:32 PM "Actually, I’d prefer a fancy-clad palomino horse" - me too! L Milton Hankins August 1, 2022 at 7:30 AM (chuckling) I can see it now. Let's ride together, okay?

Evelyn Judy Buehler July 31, 2022 at 8:25 PM I love parades! Being in one is even better than watching. Hope you enjoy your big moment. :) L Milton Hankins August 1, 2022 at 7:31 AM I've only been in one parade in my life. I had a brand new Chevrolet Impala and the parade people asked if I would drive in it. It was fun, but certainly not the most memorable thing I've ever done. Thanks, Evelyn.

Gershon Wolf July 31, 2022 at 6:34 PM How about a four-wheeled motor scooter?! L Milton Hankins July 31, 2022 at 6:38 PM Hmmm...I don't know. Are you talking about a dune buggy? I'm not sure they allow them in parades. Maybe. Ah, a golf cart.

Tom Cunningham July 31, 2022 at 10:11 AM And why not, I think you'd make a fine Grand Marshal, think big. Tom Tom Cunningham July 31, 2022 at 2:11 PM I most certainly have Milton. L Milton Hankins July 31, 2022 at 10:40 AM Tom, have you ever watched a parade, especially as a child, and wished you were in it instead of a spectator?

Jenna Logan July 31, 2022 at 9:58 AM Milt, I don't see you as a motor scooter kind of guy. Ride the horse with two saddle bags filled with candy hanging from the pommel. If you want a big moment, go for it! Tom Cunningham July 31, 2022 at 2:12 PM That's one fine horse you're referring to Milton, I remember him well. L Milton Hankins July 31, 2022 at 10:42 AM Ha! Ha! Oh, I love to ride horses. I just don't know anyone who has a palomino, and that's my favorite for a parade. I have loved them since the days of Roy Rogers and Trigger, way before your time!