L Milton Hankins Poet Quintilla

Sleepless Excitement

Wide-eyed children lying awake
Unable to sleep, Christmas Eve
All the little ones who believe,
Listen for sounds Santa will make
So excited their bellies ache.

BRONZE MEDAL WINNER
written December 24, 2021
(five 8-syllable lines, abbaa)
"34 Words Exactly" Poetry Contest
All Poetry December 25, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger December 28, 2021 at 4:10 AM Beautifully done! L Milton Hankins December 28, 2021 at 7:33 AM Thanks, Caren. I remember it well.

Sotto Poet December 24, 2021 at 3:58 PM Perfect form for an ideal occasion for our special little kids and grandkids. Have a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year 2022 L Milton Hankins December 24, 2021 at 6:55 PM Thank you so much, Lasaad. I believe I have three or four great grandchildren now. I lose count! Happy Holidays, my dear friend.

Tom Cunningham December 24, 2021 at 1:38 PM A magical time for the kids Milton, their excitement a joy to see. Tom L Milton Hankins December 24, 2021 at 1:39 PM Yes, it certainly is, Tom. I remember when my kids were just tots. It was so exciting.