It is true that I happened to slip
on a banana peel like a drip,
and yet I invented
the trick I presented -
the very first triple-axel flip.
(Dedication: For my grandson Axel)
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Hope wears a face with joy that swirls,
Apt touch of grace upon this world;
Poise in sure ease now frames clear lot,
Prime surge of peace blooms simple thought,
Yield to fond touch as joy greets cheer.
Blessings bring much to cluster near,
Invoke each day true love that stays,
Rise to warm play that strings bright pay;
Thrill brisk fine glee as wit finds you,
Heart thus agrees with space to do;
Dream meets swift trace of frolic here,
Ask time to pace crisp mellow cheer,
Yes to the light of wonder’s fest.
Aim for true sight that syncs pure zest,
X-press brisk feel as feelings urge,
Embrace prompt thrill in lively surge;
Live lovely laughs as fun endows.
Charm gathers stuff right here and now,
Answer love’s call with curious wit,
Learn to live all as senses fit;
Enjoy and see each moment bright,
Blossom and be a pleasant sight.
Leon Enriquez
11 March 2020
Singapore
(Dedication: For my grandson Axel Caleb)
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Curious child
Wears a touch wild
Wonder here
Dwells in bold spheres
Surprise me
With what you see
Wander then
Across fine spans
Fancy toys
With fragrant ploys
Winsome smile
Prompts charm with style
Daring do
Tells much of you
Lovely face
With glowing grace
Bubbly zest
In curious quest
Lovely eyes
Blossom with sighs
Crawling round
As touch now grounds
Leon Enriquez
02 February 2019
Singapore
Bright bubbly bloom
Apt lavish smile
Brisk joy makes room
Yield joyful style
Apt ample art
eXcite sweet glee
Etch happy heart
Live precious spree
Leon Enriquez
22 June 2018
Hamlet Place, ACT
(Dedication: For my grandson Axel Caleb)
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Laugh with clear poise
Oomph outlasts noise
Voice well your choice
Etch passion bright
Live precious light
Yes feel what's right
Bright blessings bloom
Lasting cheer rooms
Etch love that booms
Sense succinct stay
Set ample days
Indulge wise ways
Now and here see
Glimpse what will be
Feel play and spree
Opt to be good
Reap wonder's food
Mind well each mood
Yield charming wit
Grace shapes each fit
Reach with true grit
Ask for good cheer
Note wholeness here
Dream of grand spheres
Strive to be wise
Opt to pay price
Niche warm surprise
Apt words and thoughts
eXcel sweet spot
Embrace your lot
Live charming style
Cheer prompts worthwhile
Aim for fine smiles
Love knows the way
Etch rainbow rays
Bloom each new day
Leon Enriquez
25 March 2018
Singapore
Just one look
Charm casts a spell
Mesmerising
Just one glance
Eyes closed you look
Wonder delights
Just one touch
Our tofu hearts
Droop and crumble
Just one stare
A love affair
Floods the air
Just one glow
Fond feelings flow
Mini one-man show
Just one scream
Watch panic raid
Urgent demands
Just one sweet coo
Tofu hearts smile
Feelings feel good
Just one murmur
Delight now shudders
Lovely eyes speak
Just one you
Makes all things right
Till trauma screams
Just one show
We seem to know
How love flows
Just one glimpse
Cuddle sweet dreams
Happy baby pouts
Just one Axel
Baby whimpers
Sleepy squeal floats
Leon Enriquez
17 March 2018
Singapore
Around, and around, and around I go;
I'm getting dizzy, help, O no!
Off my axel I'm sure to fall;
Please stop me now, and let me stall.
Let class begin for I'm eager too;
To get this tickling over and through.
North and south you will find on me;
Please have mercy on my tummy.
East and west are here and there;
Discover countries everywhere.
Most of me is pretty wet;
Cross seven continents in a jet.
Take the time to explore great lands;
Be a nomad traveling the dessert sands.
just be careful when you put me back;
I'm very hollow and I'm sure to crack.
Being a globe is dizzy fun,
And I like being the teaching one.
Over the world you can travel on me;
And be a great ship captain over the sea.
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