November's Twinkle Fairy

Outside was I one evening
with my jacket on,
gazing at the pumpkin 
still out there on my lawn
with its face carved in a grin.
It was November first.
A sad mood I was in.

For Halloween was over,
and October’s pretty days
of brilliant reds and yellows
would turn to browns and greys.
I went to get the pumpkin
to toss it in the trash.
Behind it I caught sight
of a bright and tiny flash.

I thought perhaps my eyes
were playing tricks on me.
The flash had arms and legs
and wings with which to flee.
It was a little fairy,
and she used a wand to show
a message made of sparkles
to set my heart aglow.

Her twinkling wand spelled out
“Be happy for this reason:
Soon will be Thanksgiving
and then the Christmas season.”
November’s Twinkle Fairy
appeared to me that day
to show the season’s sweetness
before she flew away!

Nov. 17, 2019
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Roper Avatar
October 26, 2022 at 7:37 PM
Love the whimsical verse.
Proxenos Avatar
November 23, 2019 at 6:26 AM
What a cute poem Andrea, I wish there were fairies, although some believe there are, they are so sweet, although that makes me think of the mischievous Tinkerbell! Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Orban Avatar
November 21, 2019 at 10:09 AM
Charming. A interesting tale in a poem. Made me want to read to the end.
Laurie Avatar
November 20, 2019 at 9:52 PM
G'day Andrea … a quaint poem indeed, and nicely written and rhymed. The festive season has truly begun now - thank you Andrea - Lindsay
Macfarlane Avatar
November 20, 2019 at 5:54 AM
A delightful magical write. Love it. Hugs
Andresen Avatar
November 20, 2019 at 5:41 AM
- I'm so glad you saw her ... I sent her to you :) - Best wishes in the contest, Andrea :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Trifiatis Avatar
November 19, 2019 at 4:42 AM
Masterfully painted emotions dear, Andrea! Excellent!
Canerdy Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 11:09 PM
I love it! Great, creative approach to the prompt, Andrea! Janice
Adams Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 7:27 PM
what a neat take on the topic...nice flow and images, i could see the scene unfolding....wonderful write Andrea :) hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 6:31 PM
So sweet! Love the longing then the surprise!
Salehi Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 6:29 PM
Let the little fairy in you fly!
Leffanta Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 4:09 PM
Very nicely done! You won't need luck for this one! Aloha! Rico
Hawkens Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 3:58 PM
I really liked this one. It's very charming. It's definitely going in my favorites. I like the fantasy aspect of it.
Bayles Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 3:37 PM
Sweet, I really enjoy the playfulnss of this poem.
Anish Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 3:11 PM
Nice fantasy poem. I am looking forward to Thanksgiving. At my sister's house we all take turns mentioning the things we are thankful for. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
One Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 12:43 PM
your imagination got the better of you here and created a lovely poem, one that children will love..
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 12:19 PM
This is one of the sweetest fantasy poems I have read in a long time Andrea. I absolutely loved your creativity in this piece! I hope it is a top winner as it is in my book! You have to share this at PFT. It is going into my faves my friend! xxoo : )
Dietrich Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 3:28 PM
wow, thanks so much,Connie
Sergi Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 8:37 AM
Beautifully done, Andrea! Every poet needs a fairy
Warrior Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 8:27 AM
Superbly executed Andrea...lovely Fairy story...(((Hugs)))...^WW^ :o)
Pandit Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 5:36 AM
Mystical, magical--enjoyed the read, Andrea--lovely imagination!
Rose  Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 5:04 AM
Ah, I saw this contest, and my mind went blank, now I see yours was deeply entrenched in creativity, well done dear friend, winning wishes are being sent, and a hug for the day. xo
Dietrich Avatar
November 18, 2019 at 3:28 PM
I just let the rhyming take me where the story went.I had no idea I would end it this way! thanks!
Gauthier Avatar
November 17, 2019 at 10:55 PM
Totally delightful, Andrea. A beauty.
Na Avatar
November 17, 2019 at 10:55 PM
Hi Andrea brilliant work of art here. I enjoyed the plot and the whole thing. Your a great story teller. Thanks for sharing this
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