Spell of the Singular S

Written: May 6th, 2026, for contest sponsored by Sara Kendrick 1st place contest winner ***************** Soft silver sky-foam shimmered as I strolled, seeking a sly, star-stitched secret to behold. A sprightly breeze sang stories through the trees, its sibilant sighs designed to soothe and tease. I met a saffron cat with a mischievous gaze, She sashayed past with svelte, superior praise. The sunset spilled its syrup on the well, a molten gold incandescence cast a spell. Somewhere a seraphic laugh began to swell, so sweet, a spell only stars could tell. The swales grew soft beneath my wandering feet, each step a sacred syncopated beat. And in that scarce scene of dusk’s caress, I felt the world spinning into happiness."
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Guptar Avatar
May 18, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Congratulations dear poet on sharing the first place podium in this contest withh a singularly alliterative poem on the superb use of the letter "S" with as usual a shining diction. Wishing you a sublime day.
Kendrick Avatar
May 18, 2026 at 8:23 AM
I wanted to personally thank you for the participating in my contest and say congratulations to you on your name being on the winners' list. Way to go. Sara K
Goldsmith Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Spell of the Singular S" write. Your "S" is a Great Letter. Great Picture You Painted With Your Words.... Have a blessed day with your wonderful win..............
Etgen-Baker Avatar
May 11, 2026 at 4:41 PM
magnificently written; appreciate how well you can write meaningful alliterative lines. Best wishes with this contest entry,
Greenhough Avatar
May 11, 2026 at 2:03 PM
"S" brings softness and serenity to your poem I feel the joy of an evening walk. Good luck with the contest.
Vaso Avatar
May 11, 2026 at 12:21 AM
Now that is beautiful sentiments!!!
Buhagiar Avatar
May 10, 2026 at 1:25 AM
A mix of alliterations, bold ideas that deserve high praise.
Mcintosh Avatar
May 9, 2026 at 9:05 AM
I sent you soup mail
Hind Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Wow. I agree- a VERY unique idea.
Dietrich Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Ahh this is so lovely. The title is a very good idea as well. I just saw your contest judged. Thanks for my placement in your awesome contest
Rolland Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 4:48 AM
so beautiful is this poem, and images, and alliterations, this sounds like excellency, thanks poet
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace