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Entry for WONDER OF SOUL'S EXPRESSION Poetry Contest: Sponsored by: Nette Onclaud Date wrote 30th Dec 25 

My Inner Child

There were times when I lost him
junked in a corporate race
the boy who climbed broke a limb,
once dressed in his mother's lace;
dreams of boundless innocence.

Yet he is still there, I swear;
grandson asked me; if I dare …
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Watts Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Hi Terry Congratulations on your win I think our inner child hides away, but always ready to appear if circumstances are right Show your grndson! Cheers Chris
Miller Avatar
January 30, 2026 at 3:39 AM
Thank you Christine
Kerr Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Congratulations to you on your selection with this nuanced, philosophical free verse entry. Thanks for your comment notification on my work, Howard
Miller Avatar
January 30, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Thank you Howard
Poet Avatar
January 4, 2026 at 5:50 AM
The poem embodies a work of art that captures the stubborn essence of youth, depicted with the strokes of precious recollections that remain in the heart. Heartfelt congratulations on your win.
Miller Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Thank you so much
Dietrich Avatar
December 31, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Love it!! I chose the same topic
Miller Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Thank you Andrea
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December 31, 2025 at 9:37 AM
I enjoyed reading this wonderful "My Inner Child" write. I think the inner child goes on vacation from time to time. "Good Luck" I did " ONE BRIEF, UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT." Thank You, for reading/writing this year on my work. "Happy New Year 2026" Have A Very Blessed New Year Writing Away.....................
Miller Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Thank you Paula
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