Suddenly Swans

ugly
ducklings
their
nicknames
through
highschool
surviving
to
become
swans



AP: Honorable Mention 2021

bullyingchangeconfidencegrowing upfree verse

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CayCay Godwin

April 13, 2019 at 5:14 PM

Swans are in the eyes of beholders - I'm just teasing. Your poem is aptly aimed smartly towards those ungainly years of ugly fears. This is very clever, Line.

Line Gauthier

April 13, 2019 at 6:03 PM

Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, CayCay.

Rhona Mcferran

April 9, 2019 at 10:10 PM

I can definitely relate (although, in all honesty, my "sudden swan" moment probably came 10-15 years later than that)! Another FAV! ;)

Line Gauthier

April 10, 2019 at 8:45 AM

Thank you so much, Rhona. The lapse of time in the poem is flexible.

Susan Ashley

April 9, 2019 at 7:56 PM

Ah yes, the sweetest revenge, especially at class reunions.. ;) I love the tone and content of your compelling poem, Line. Beautifully done. Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan

Line Gauthier

April 9, 2019 at 8:10 PM

Thank you for your lovely visit and comment, Susan.