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Winter Dances

Winter Dances Winter dances in stately gavottes - With children of wintry gardens - A kiss of frost on their cheeks – Remnants of summer twirl Among bright berries Where cardinals And Snowbirds, Grey wrens, Sing! In gusty wind storm tarantellas Sparkling ice ribbons trim the steps - Swirling breaths on the dance floor Partners with sweet daphne Where holly polkas Light fantastics With rhythmic Wings in Flight. 12-17-20 Contest: Double Nonet Sponsor : William Kekaula

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Brian Sambourne

Date: 1/28/2021 8:44:00 PM

Beauty. Really enjoyed the images of 'sparkling ice ribbons." Superb dance motif throughout. Best wishes, Brian

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/29/2021 9:24:00 AM

Hi Brian! Thank you so much. Winter can be so bleak and isolating. But, that being said, I do see a rhythmic flow in the storms - like a dance. Hope you are doing well. Warm wishes!

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 1/5/2021 4:01:00 PM

Dear Friend, this is amazing! I am so much mesmerized with your choice of words and imagery! The words sound like music! And the shape/format is brilliant! Congratulations, Sam.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/29/2021 9:30:00 AM

Mala, just discovered I put my reply in the wrong place. Your words made my heart sing. Thank for your congratulations. Your messages are always full of depth and a unique understanding of poetry. What a gift you, and they, are! This piece just seemed to dance off the pen! Thank you for taking a twirl around the dance floor with me. Stay cozy and warm in this season of cold days and frigid nights!

Peter Dome

Date: 12/25/2020 1:58:00 PM

wow. i'm blown awau by such wonderful words. a masterclass in writing real art. well done.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 1/7/2021 1:28:00 PM

Happy New Year Peter! Hope you had a wonderful and very merry Christmas. Am just now catching up on messages. Your gracious words humble me. I love to play with words - I guess that shows! Thank you for your message. Warmest wishes to you in this season of cold winds and storms!

Newton Ranaweera

Date: 12/22/2020 3:26:00 PM

Congratulations, Sam, on your placement for this image-filled, musical piece!!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/24/2020 11:38:00 AM

Hi Newton! Thank you! Winter does seem to have a signature and a melody all its own! So grateful for your thoughtful, gracious messages! Blessings of joy to you in this season!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/22/2020 5:10:00 AM

It is amazing how children can want to go out in those conditions but I have found they don't want to stay out long most of the time. Enjoyed reading your winner. Congrats. Sara

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:56:00 AM

Sara, thank you for your message and your congratulations! So appreciate your words and your visit. You are so right about children and playing in the snow - can't wait to get out in it - can't wait to come back inside to get warm again. Then, they repeat that routine all over again! Sending you Christmas blessings and warm wishes for a very Merry Christmas!

Hilo Poet

Date: 12/21/2020 6:59:00 PM

Thank you for sharing a wondrous part of yourself, Sam, my compliments on your honorable placement, Aloha! William

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:53:00 AM

Aloha William! Mele Kalikimaka to you and your family! Thank you for this wonderful contest theme - enjoyed creating a winter garden - and for your generous placement. Honored! Sending you Christmas blessings as the palm trees sway!

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 12/18/2020 7:38:00 AM

Love this penning... it breathes hope into the ice of Winter. God B L E S S you

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:47:00 AM

Thank you Gina! So glad you saw the hope that hibernates in winter. Sending you Christmas blessings dear friend. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas. Rejoice! Alleluia!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/18/2020 6:29:00 AM

I can feel the winter chill in your verse Sam, well written and a great entry for the contest. Over Fork Over. Hope you're well. Tom

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:42:00 AM

Happy Christmas Tom! Thank you so much for your wonderful message - please forgive my delay in replying as it's been insane here getting ready for Christmas. Your messages always lift my heart - so grateful. Stay warm and cozy as winter descends. Over Fork Over!

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 12/18/2020 3:34:00 AM

Hi Sam: A lovely poem to brighten, Winter. Season’s Greetings. SuZ

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:38:00 AM

Hi SuZ! So glad you liked this winter scene! Thanks for sharing my garden with me - even in winter! All the best to you - have a very happy holiday!

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/17/2020 5:40:00 PM

WoW! Sam, What a lovely ” Winter” write. Your chosen words created a beautiful scene. I enjoyed the view. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great evening.Happy Holiday's to you and your loved one. Stay safe and well:-) Alexis

Sam Kauffman
Date: 12/22/2020 10:36:00 AM

I am so happy you enjoyed this wintry scene with me, Alexis! Thank you for your gracious message and kind words! All the best to you and your family in this holiday of miracles and light!