Prompt is Longing For Summer and/or the above picture.
*Update: In an effort to 'not' discourage others from entering this contest, I've decided to remove entries from the finalist list, of course this dose not mean that I do not enjoy the entries I've read so far, but is simply an effort to foster a fair and competitive atmosphere, that's all. Besides, this is only my second contest and I am still new at this sort of thing. Thank you.
As winter settles in like an obnoxious guest
Full well intending to stay,
I find myself longing for summer’s best
And the promise of many a warm day.
What I’m looking for here, is that certain feeling
That causes us to pine and pout,
As we look to summer, and all that’s appealing
While winter yet broods about.
Rules:
1. Free verse or rhyme is absolutely fine.
2. Mind your spelling, because it may prove most compelling in regards to how I view your poem.
3. No erotica, but 'mild' sensuality is fine.
4. No cussing and/or foul language.
5. You may use 'my' picture for your piece if you wish or your own so long as it fits the theme.
I will make brief comments on each entry as I receive and read, but glorious comments for the winners of course upon completion of the judging and prize issuance.
There you have it, your prompts and rules
now get busy and write, you poetic fools!
*Update: In an effort to 'not' discourage others from entering this contest, I've decided to remove entries from the finalist list, of course this dose not mean that I do not enjoy the entries I've read so far, but is simply an effort to foster a fair and competitive atmosphere, that's all. Besides, this is only my second contest and I am still new at this sort of thing. Thank you.
As winter settles in like an obnoxious guest
Full well intending to stay,
I find myself longing for summer’s best
And the promise of many a warm day.
What I’m looking for here, is that certain feeling
That causes us to pine and pout,
As we look to summer, and all that’s appealing
While winter yet broods about.
Rules:
1. Free verse or rhyme is absolutely fine.
2. Mind your spelling, because it may prove most compelling in regards to how I view your poem.
3. No erotica, but 'mild' sensuality is fine.
4. No cussing and/or foul language.
5. You may use 'my' picture for your piece if you wish or your own so long as it fits the theme.
I will make brief comments on each entry as I receive and read, but glorious comments for the winners of course upon completion of the judging and prize issuance.
There you have it, your prompts and rules
now get busy and write, you poetic fools!
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on January 4
- Rewards: Gold: 1000, Silver: 500, Bronze: 300, Honorable mention: 10 people
- Final notes: Well, here are my choices, and believe me, this was a very difficult contest to judge as it is only my second. My choices were based on what moved me the most poetically, and of course dose not mean that I did not appreciate all. Actually there were a select few that touched me on a whole different level, one in particular. Be as it may, I enjoyed this contest immensely and deeply appreciate all the fine entries. I did award HM's to all who did not place in the top three positions as a gesture of appreciation. Again, thank you all.
Sincerely,
MJ Donnelly
- To judge this contest, you need to have at least as many finalists as you have rewards. You have 4 awards but only 3 finalists.
Contest Winners
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^^^by ardentMarch 43 lines, 47 comments, on Jan 1 11:26 PM. In Love, Nature, Sensual
Gold trophy winner
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come to me,
like a fresh breath of airby Nature Song 25 lines, 10 comments, on Dec 20 12:15 AM 2007. In Life, Nature, Other
Silver trophy winner
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Bronze trophy winner
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Why have the seasons
forsaken me?by Sacrificial Love 55 lines, 6 comments, on Dec 20 6:34 PM 2007• Commented on by judge. -
I yearn for climates that are breezed, and warm;
Where I stroll through verdant grass without shoes,• Commented on by judge. -
I lie by a sandy stream, a half remembered
Dream of summer days, as I watch the localby Shamanicmusings 13 lines, 5 comments, on Jan 2 9:29 AM• Commented on by judge. -
I skate on thick ice—stark blue facesby micol 19 lines, 1 comment, on Jan 2 6:09 PM. In Loose Tanka sequence• Commented on by judge.
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Happy AP Anniversary :)
Mine is comin' up as well ...
x's and o's abundantly my new friend...
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Nice...I'm already looking forward to that very special day.
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Happy Aniversary!!
You're bookmarked!!
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thank you so much for the inspiration, and for the gold, I'm happy you liked the poem..congrats to Nature Song and Wanda, and all the other entrants...
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Thank you for hosting & for the bronze, Michael. Congratulations to Tara, Sie & all of the other worthy entrants. Be well, Poets & Scribes. Wanda
"Equinox"
http://www.allpoetry.com/poem/3741484
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