The Dance


Years going by so fast,
especially in groups of five.
Which will be my last?
How long will I survive?

My friends are leaving me;
thru heaven's gate have gone.
What will be, will be...
I'm thankful for each dawn.

Surely, a spin of chance...
this living and dying dance.


Sandra M. Haight

~6th Place~
Premiere Contest: 10 lines, Five Words Rhyme
Sponsor: Laura Loo

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



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Date: 12/31/2017 11:12:00 PM
Congratulations, Sandra on your win with such a touching poem. Yes, it's a reality, Happy New Year.
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Date: 12/31/2017 10:03:00 PM
Well done, Sandra. Many more happy years to you!!
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Date: 12/31/2017 9:55:00 PM
Very well-written and moving, Sandra! Congrats and happy New Year. Janice
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Date: 12/31/2017 8:58:00 PM
Beautifully expressed thoughtful sentiments Sandra.. Congratulations on your wonderful win.. ~Susan
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Date: 12/31/2017 8:38:00 PM
This dance can be an emotional whirlwind, for sure! Congrat, Sandra!
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Date: 12/31/2017 8:27:00 PM
loved this so much sweet Sandra, so true. Life is so short, right? Being thankful for each dawn is all we can do sometimes. thank you and congrats :)-luloo
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Date: 12/29/2017 5:13:00 AM
This is so beautiful like everything you write. All the best in the contest!
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