Unicorns

From storied myths, unicorns surface,
though hard to see for they're shy.
As dusk pauses and stars show purpose,
they visit dreams in slumber's soft sigh,
yet, sometimes seen in blink of an eye.

Unicorns play in fields of clover--
planting four-leafs, and moreover,
they gather stars that fell in night,
for snug replacing naughty rovers.
(A missing star may spoil the starlight.)

If, by some quite rare happenstance,
one should appear to a lonely child,
catching unicorn in her shy glance
as it munched clover, near flowers wild
seeing unicorn, little one smiled.

Unicorns fit best in childhood dreams.
They dwell with faeries and elves, it seems.
Along with magic only children see--
friendly dragons, or flights with moonbeams,
...not impossible for you and me. 

November 2, 2022
for Constance La France's "Writing Challenge--Unburden a U Word" contest
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Dietrich Avatar
November 6, 2022 at 7:06 AM
this is so precious. Sure to score high!!
Peck Avatar
November 6, 2022 at 10:36 AM
Thank you, dear Andrea! I do happen to love unicorns. :)
May Avatar
November 5, 2022 at 6:11 PM
"they visit dreams in slumber's soft sigh," Wonderful write Ann, best wishes
Peck Avatar
November 6, 2022 at 10:31 AM
Thank you so much, Joseph. I really appreciate your comments.
DiMino Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 8:31 PM
"Unicorns fit best in childhood's dreams. They dwell with faeries and elves, it seems." I guess I never grew up...never will if I can help it. Love your poem!
Peck Avatar
November 4, 2022 at 10:05 AM
I never grew up either, Joe. Thanks so much! 1
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November 3, 2022 at 11:18 AM
This is a good time for being that child. So sweet and gentle......suzanne
Peck Avatar
November 6, 2022 at 1:59 PM
It definitely is, dear Suzanne. We need to keep watching. :)
Roper Avatar
November 2, 2022 at 11:02 PM
Love the topic of Unicorns , Ann, good luck in the contest. Many blessings & Hugs
Peck Avatar
November 3, 2022 at 9:06 AM
Thank you so much, Eve. I love unicorns, faeries, and all things unknown. Hugs back to you. :)
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