The Fate of Snowflakes

they say no two snowflakes are alike,
I beg to differ
for me, they are all the same
since they remind me of you

glistening in beauty
as you fall—
twinkling with laughter
as you dance—
gracefully, ever so gracefully

blown by the breeze
you whisper
just like those snowflakes
of that sweet December
blanketing everything in purity

the fate of snowflakes
however, is very sad
for they melt away in the Sun
and our love was that snowflake
ever glistening, melting my heart

into a puddle of kaleidoscopic teardrops

they say no two snowflakes are alike,
I beg to differ…
for me, they are all the same



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Submitted for Constance's Horses or Snowflakes contest :)
Snowflake's the theme; written by me, nikko palmario (haha not kikko)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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February 29, 2012 at 10:11 AM
It's amazing how you can write such a beautiful poem about snowflakes, since it's not really snowy in your country. I really liked the beginning and ending, very creative and soothing write. Hugziz! :)
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January 29, 2011 at 8:39 PM
Wonderful write full of passion.Do u experience snowflakes there in your country?
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November 5, 2010 at 9:55 AM
Hey, I don't think I ever congratulated you, Nikko. YEAHHHH, you are in the winners' circle. I am reading all the winners finally. Not ONE bad apple among them. Constances' contest was a whopping success. LUv, Andrea
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November 2, 2010 at 8:50 PM
VERY interesting the way you argue how snowflakes are not different at all. Quite creative, as usual. But that is your trademark, Nikko! Thanks for your lovely comments. People are guessing my haiku is about a winter christmas tree and that is the title I wanted to give it which Deb would not allow. haha. My shoulder buring, but I gotta do my comments before I get upstairs. sign me... Obsessed!!
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November 2, 2010 at 6:30 AM
Oh! thats a different slant to the others in the comp., enjoyed the read, liked the reprise. congrats on your placement
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November 1, 2010 at 1:08 PM
Hi Nikko. Maybe I should use mail? This is a wonderful poem, but so sad too. I saw my first snow only this year! I have been reading poems here for over a week because my good friend Chris A. told me about this site and wanted me to read some of his haiku and tanka. I saw your name a lot on comments, so ended up here. Now I finally register and post first poems, but read a blog that Chris is taking a break!!!? I am going to e-mail him and ask what is going on!<^_^>Phong
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November 1, 2010 at 9:43 AM
Very beautiful and sad these tears in a puddle. .dnt give up dear friend. .They can evaporate into a cloud and make nourishing rain,for some they can,and i do wish you ll be one of those few. .smile!tmfs!
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October 30, 2010 at 10:12 AM
Congratulations on your seventh place win with this wonderful write, I truly enjoyed the read. Caryl
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October 28, 2010 at 1:04 PM
beautiful entry Nikko, congrats on your win in the contest
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October 27, 2010 at 8:38 AM
Many congratulation's Nikko on your win in Constance's contest with this gem on the snowflakes >> James
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October 26, 2010 at 3:28 PM
Congrats Nikko on your winning poem in Constance's contest with this unique and creative entry luv.. enjoyed sweet friend.. enjoy your grand win tonight with luv..
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October 26, 2010 at 3:04 PM
Nikko, Congratulations on your well-deserved win! Love, Carolyn
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October 26, 2010 at 1:08 PM
Great compartive writing. congratulations nikko. Love, Joyce
Mehta Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 12:37 PM
Congratulations on this well deserved win, nikko
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October 26, 2010 at 12:14 PM
Congratulations Nikko on your win in Constance~The Rambling Poet's contest "Horses and Snowflakes". Love, Carol
Lee Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 3:41 AM
(bitter)sweet poem. thanks for sharing, wish you much luck in the contest :)
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October 24, 2010 at 11:05 AM
Another lovely sketch of your feelings of love and passion in the form of snowflakes and teardrops. This is the first time I am reading your Poems and have found them amazingly beautiful. My good wishes for your contest entry. Sorry, there has been some delay in coming to these beautiful poems. Love and best wishes....Ravindra. … kikko ngayong oktubre
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October 22, 2010 at 7:04 PM
Hmmm with the lovely sounds of the birds chirping? I'm not sure if I will go back to sleep again. My Saturday is going to be busy too but in a good way lol. I also want Andrea's pen. Do you think she'll give it to me? I will use my innocent smile ;)
Neels Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 6:54 PM
I love this Nikko comparing a relationship that didn't have staying power to a snowflake. Good luck for the contest. ;) I am ok thanks just very tired, recovering from a hectic week at work ;( and then I am awake at 3am on a Saturday! How silly is that? Err you dont need my pen ;-) you are doing great with yours. Honoured by you adding it to your favs (",)
Sweetheart Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 3:18 PM
I LUV IT.. so fun to have a Halloween persona sweetie .. and such a cutie too.. happy weekend with luv..
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October 22, 2010 at 9:30 AM
nikko, kikko or coo-coo, whoever it is you are today - by any other name you are still a poet royale - beautiful, free, compelling write. I loved it. Joe
Mehta Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 6:07 AM
You are right, snowflakes are all like in their attributes though maybe different in shape, kikko. Good luck in the contetst
Sweetheart Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 5:20 AM
An expressive emotional entry Kikko and good luck in Constance's contest... good analogies in your lovely write... enjoyed your creativity today with luv.. happy weekend...
Nutter Avatar
October 22, 2010 at 3:09 AM
Excellent write and enjoyed the comparison of the snowflake to the love of your heart . Nice job.
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