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River of Dreams

I dreamed of a river last night - it seemed to laugh as it carved through the ancient landscape giving life to all things (or was it just tears streaming down your face?) Written February 17th, 2016 For the River of Dreams Contest hosted by Poet Destroyer Placed in 7th

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 4/4/2016 5:31:00 AM

This is beautiful....nicely done, Timothy... very nicely done. The contrast between laughter and tears here is just the right balance. Short and thought-provoking. Late congratsies on your win dear poet! Always, Laura

Timothy Hicks
Date: 4/6/2016 2:41:00 AM

Thanks Laura! :)

Probir Gupta

Date: 2/22/2016 12:51:00 AM

Wow, nice aesthetics in the last line. Delightful.

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:41:00 PM

You read poetry well. I sure do appreciate your kind and thoughtful comments.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 2/21/2016 10:30:00 PM

Congrats on ur awesome win with this wonderful monoku Timothy..

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:22:00 PM

Thanks Upma ... much appreciated!

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 2/21/2016 8:01:00 PM

Congratulations on your winning poem. Love the metaphor . SuZ

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:22:00 PM

Thanks for the congrats Susan. I loved reading all the diverse places this contest took people.

Susan Gentry

Date: 2/21/2016 2:24:00 PM

Congratulations on your win!

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:19:00 PM

Thanks again Susan!

Paul Callus

Date: 2/21/2016 2:11:00 PM

I just looked and found you standing next to me on the podium, Timothy:) Pleased, but not surprised to see your poem flying high! Congratulations!!! ~ Regards // paul

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:21:00 PM

Perhaps two peas in a pod ... what can I say. Thanks for another visit, friend :)

Eve Roper

Date: 2/21/2016 1:27:00 PM

Beautiful flowing poem, Timothy, congratulations on your win Hugs Eve

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:16:00 PM

Thank you Eve!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/21/2016 10:17:00 AM

Glad this one got a good position on the winners' list. It was a great little poem, Timothy. Congratulations.

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:13:00 PM

Thanks Andrea ... glad to see yours up there high as well :)

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/21/2016 10:09:00 AM

Hello Timothy, Congratulations on your flowing win. Enjoyed the imagery. Stop by my latest blog "Oh Beautiful Dreams" if you'd like. Enjoy your wonderful win and day. ~LINDA~

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/22/2016 3:07:00 PM

Thank you Linda! It was definitely an enjoyable contest for me and I enjoyed reading where people took it :)

Susan Gentry

Date: 2/19/2016 12:49:00 AM

Oh my! Very well done. Wasn't expecting the last line. Good luck in contest.

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/19/2016 10:31:00 PM

Thanks Susan. I always like going for the surprise ;)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/18/2016 6:26:00 PM

wow, I bet this contest sponsor will devour this one. It's really good, Tim.

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/18/2016 11:28:00 PM

Thanks Andrea! :D

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 2/18/2016 7:35:00 AM

Imaginative and profound! Wonderfully done, dear Tim!

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/18/2016 11:09:00 PM

Thank you kindly, Demtri (is that okay for a nickname?)

Paul Callus

Date: 2/18/2016 3:53:00 AM

Your creative take on this theme appeals to me, Timothy. I am looking at those tears as an effect of (her) joy. A river of tears emits powerful emotions...Other options are available...but why reveal all! #7 // paul

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/18/2016 11:00:00 PM

Life with a little mystery is exciting. And it keeps you on the edge of your seat knowing there's a little more around the corner, and yet choosing to let it be ... until the right time. You end up understanding nearly everything I write, Paul ... it brings me great joy :)

Tim Smith

Date: 2/17/2016 11:40:00 PM

Very deep and well carved piece Timothy... Love it

Timothy Hicks
Date: 2/18/2016 10:56:00 PM

Thanks Tim. It's funny ... because I keep telling myself I don't do contests, and then sooner or later ... I get wrapped up in another one when the inspiration kicks!