Michelle Faulkner Poet Sonnet

My Black Stallion

At once captured my heart, this fiery beast
His mane, black flame, his eyes, ebony heat
As Father and I returned from the East
That night, I took him a sugary treat

Storms sunk us; we alone landed the beach
Tamed by love, he let me upon his back
He had lessons of heart and speed to teach
Rescued, we came home; trained on my old track

All the talk was of the champion's race
I entered him, despite Mother's chagrin
He claimed victory with his lightning pace
With Father, I wished I could share this win

Through the crowd, hoisting the trophy I'd earned
Walking towards me - Father had returned!

2/1/19

Contest: Movie Magic
Sponsor: Gregory R. Barden
Movie: The Black Stallion
Character: Alec Ramsay

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Connie Marcum Wong March 21, 2019 at 10:10 AM Beautiful Michelle! Congratulations on your win! : )

M. L. Kiser February 5, 2019 at 2:42 PM Ooh, well done here; good luck in the contest. Michelle Faulkner February 8, 2019 at 5:38 PM Glad you like it, M.L!

Gershon Wolf February 4, 2019 at 8:09 PM This is really wonderful, Michelle. You've really got the plot of a heartwarming, feel-good movie, here. The only obstacle to fame and fortune in Hollywood is the lack of gratuitous sex and violence. Oh, well... :) gw Michelle Faulkner February 5, 2019 at 10:46 AM This is one of my favorite movies, thought I'd put this in for Gregory's contest, thank you for your feedback!

Caren Krutsinger February 2, 2019 at 11:22 PM Oh, this was a great picture! I want to see it again now. Your imagery is perfect, and your tribute poem wonderful. I expect to see this in the winner's circle with lights around its garland neck. Michelle Faulkner February 3, 2019 at 12:27 PM That was one of my favorite movies, so glad for your comment, Caren!