The Happy Sundial

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The Happy Sundial I only tell of sunny hours... My face is never dark or dour. I make a point of sunlight’s cast and smile to see the shadows pass. I only tell of joyful hours.... Love springtime days with pretty flowers. I keep my face turned to the sky.... The bright sunlight shines in my eye. I only know of happy times, latitude and hour-lines. My finger points to noonday sun that warms the hearts of everyone. 2/13/19

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Millard Lowe

Date: 5/8/2019 8:28:00 AM

Nice pen. Like the imagery and wordplay. Must admit "Sundial" took me back to my undergrad and grad days at TSU. Peace and Love, Millard Lowe

Line Gauthier

Date: 2/25/2019 10:09:00 PM

Bravo, Janis. Congrats on your win.

Julia Ward

Date: 2/20/2019 3:44:00 AM

A happy poem par excellence. Congratulations on its win in my contest.

Julia Ward
Date: 2/20/2019 10:42:00 AM

Yes, it's not every day you are asked to compose a poem about a sundial. I once donated a book to a school library about sundials, and I guess the subject came into my mind because of that action.

Janis Medders Tobechi
Date: 2/20/2019 8:43:00 AM

Thanks Julia. Sundials are something of a challenge you must pause and give thought to. I am honored by your placement.