What Facinates Me

What fascinates me is 
seeing a child ride a bike 
after many falls.
It shows if you keep at 
something,
you will eventually get it.

Or seeing a baby bird soaring 
high in the sky.
Because they understood they
were born to fly.

The thing that really moves 
me is seeing a toddler take 
their first steps.
It takes courage to believe 
you can walk if you never have.

Lastly, it moves me to the core 
when I see young  children 
playing, 
before they're told(taught)
they were different.
At this stage of their young 
lives embody what being 
colorblind truly means.




* I didn't write this for the contest; however, the prompt inspired me.



05-16-2022
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McBride  Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 5:42 PM
Love it, I wish I had a video of my son on his first bike ride, he got on before I knew it, had training wheels but down the hill he went into a tree : ). Amen so much wisdom and knowledge in your poem, love it
Baker Avatar
June 6, 2022 at 3:44 PM
Precious poem, Alexis. What fascinates me is to see a child notice another child. They are crying are hurt or just look lonely. The first child goes over and gives the other child a big hug. Melts my heart. Love is a fascinating thing to observe. Smiles and Blessings my friend, Bill
Dietrich Avatar
May 27, 2022 at 9:32 AM
Did you ever enter this one ? I still love it!
Y. Avatar
June 6, 2022 at 3:46 PM
No I didn’t enter it. The contest is closed and judged:-) Alexis
Proxenos Avatar
May 22, 2022 at 7:15 AM
Aexis, a truly cute well penned write with topics chosen that I also care about. Hope you are well dear Alexis, saw your soupmail thank-you my friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Dietrich Avatar
May 20, 2022 at 4:56 PM
well, you really should enter it in the contest. It's a lot more poetic than mine turned out. Awesome.
Leiser Avatar
May 20, 2022 at 11:01 AM
Your poetic words remind me of childhood, and also watching my children persist in something hard until they get it right. The Will is a fascinating thing! Nicely written, Alexis! :)
Watt Avatar
May 18, 2022 at 4:57 PM
Alexis, you have woven together some compelling metaphors for virtues to pursue: perseverance, knowing who you are, courage, and a colorblind attitude towards humanity. A wonderful tapestry of thoughtful poetry, my friend. I hope you are having a wonderful day ~ John
Rose  Avatar
May 18, 2022 at 12:33 PM
It seems you have a deep appreciation for childhood and innocence, wish we could reman that way forever, Alexis, well done
Trifiatis Avatar
May 18, 2022 at 6:45 AM
An inspiring poem that focuses on life. Of how things should follow God's divine law! Wonderfully done, dearest, Alexis! Hugs xxx
Daniel Avatar
May 18, 2022 at 4:05 AM
Truly fascinating facts, Alexis, a child always has that sense of innocent wonder which interests us:)
Buehler Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 4:35 PM
All of the things mentioned in this fascinating poem, fascinate me as well. A beautiful verse, Alexis. :)
Situation Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 4:19 PM
always a joy to be fasinated by children.
Leffanta Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 11:47 AM
The most beautiful sight to my eyes is seeing in someone's eyes that they, "get it" that they really understand something! Well said and done, Alexis! Aloha!
Ray Choudhury Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 5:04 AM
Truly inspiring, Alexis. Why don't you enter your poem for the contest? Deserves to be read and appreciated by many at the site! Love ~ Mala
Pandit Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 5:01 AM
WOW! So very meaningful poem you wrote Alexis. A FAVE from me for the deep message you convey in every stanza.
Kavanagh  Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 3:04 AM
So true Alexis, children are metaphorically Color blind, until told different, I totally get your message, cheers David
Cunningham Avatar
May 17, 2022 at 1:20 AM
Beautiful things that I think would inspire us all Alexis. Have a great week. Tom
Buhagiar Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 10:12 PM
Great contrasts
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