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With a Flourish of Whimsy

A thousand simple things will make me smile... The sleeping form of a precious newborn, A child's drawing in his artistic style, Pastel shades of the sky at early morn, Fairytales of a magic unicorn. I am amused by hair with corkscrew curls on heads of adorable little girls. By puppies tripping over their own feet, Watching moonlight glimmer as night unfurls, A surprise kiss that's incredibly sweet. Someone falling should never make me laugh, But quickly, I'm chuckling out of control Then apologize for my social gaffe. I wildly cheer when my team scores a goal. I've heard that 'Laughter is good for the soul.' In a spontaneous moment of fun, I jumped into a snowdrift at full run, Finding great pleasure in just being me. Like the taste of cotton candy, finespun... Life is sweeter when I set myself free November 11, 2021 Agendaless Exuberance Contest Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker Syllable counter: Howmanysyllables

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FJ Thomas

Date: 1/8/2023 9:48:00 PM

Do not forget the whismy of Jenna, a heavy heart, and mind, can do that to one's self. Write your beautiful forget-me-not words, KNOW that he would have had nothing but a big smile and peace in his heart... and then flourish like only Jenna does--

Jenna Logan
Date: 1/9/2023 5:53:00 AM

I promise not to let myself get bogged down in gloom. Thank you, Flo for the uplifting encouragement you always send my way.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 11/29/2021 11:06:00 AM

Truly a wonderful portrait of life's joy Jenna - burbling like a mystical fountain! Congratulations on your win!

Jenna Logan
Date: 1/9/2023 5:51:00 AM

Thank you very much, Sam.

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 11/27/2021 1:56:00 AM

Bubbling joy! Thanks for sharing, Jenna and congrats on your win

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/27/2021 4:11:00 PM

Thank you for the honor of finding my lines among your winning list, Seeker.

Mike Bayles

Date: 11/19/2021 9:13:00 AM

Very exuberant poem, Jenna. Thanks for sharing.

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/21/2021 4:04:00 AM

Thanks so much, Mike.

Mark Koplin

Date: 11/13/2021 5:51:00 AM

"Life is sweeter when I set myself free" I love this line! Great job and good luck!

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/13/2021 6:04:00 AM

Thanks so much for pointing out a line you prefer. Have a great weekend, Mark!

John Lawless

Date: 11/12/2021 8:27:00 AM

Well, that about nails it Jenna.....great job on the contest theme. Don't ever lose that enthusiasm

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/13/2021 6:04:00 AM

I hope to keep it always, John. Thank you very much.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 11/12/2021 4:29:00 AM

Amazing write. I enjoyed it so.... such a work of art. Love to you and blessings too. Gina

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/12/2021 5:00:00 AM

I'm so happy you enjoyed it. Thanks, Gina.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/11/2021 11:13:00 AM

Written by someone who certainly enjoys life and let's nothing get in the way. Well composed Jenna and good luck. Tom

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/12/2021 5:00:00 AM

I try to, Tom. I'd much rather smile at little things than be bogged down by worries. Thanks so much!

David Kavanagh

Date: 11/11/2021 9:44:00 AM

Ain't it so Jenna, life is so much sweeter when we shake off the shackles of mundanity, there's a lovely innocence and appreciation here, that the small simple spontaneous things in life are what really matter, a truly refreshing read, all the best for contest, cheers David

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/12/2021 4:59:00 AM

I believe it is, David. Simple pleasures are often overlooked in a world of people being too serious, too much in a rush, and it's exhausting. Thanks for reading me and leaving your remarks.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 11/11/2021 8:11:00 AM

Superb writing for this contest, Jenna. Best of luck. I enjoyed it myself!

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/12/2021 4:58:00 AM

Glad you liked it, Milt. Thank you.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/11/2021 8:10:00 AM

I haven't checked out contest in quite awhile because I have still got brain fog from being sick back in August. This reads like an interesting contest and your entry reads like a good contender to me. I enjoy so many of the same things as you. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara

Jenna Logan
Date: 11/12/2021 4:58:00 AM

Sorry you were ill, Sara. Thanks for your kind comments.