Use Stephanie's art & Wordsworth's quote:
"I chanced to see at break of day~~~
The solitary child" by William Wordsworth {1770-1850}
Be sure to give proper credit if art is added:
"Cathedrals of the Forest" by Stephanie Pui-Mun Law
Apply this prompt to yourself, give beautiful
metaphor describing what peace the solitude of
nature provides to your inner child.
GUIDELINES:
9 entries only, I will not bother
to comment on any that don't follow
the theme or guidelines.
Anything remotely intolerant or tactless
will be removed without notice or comment.
Give it to me in fluid free-verse or form;
Nothing shorter than eight lines please!
No line limit, but please remember:
I'm asking for poetry, not lyrics or prose!
Contest will be judged when all nine
have completed their entries...or in
a few days; whichever comes first~~~
if you reserve, be sure to return.
Use common sense and read the guidelines...
Three winners-No HM's awarded
"I chanced to see at break of day~~~
The solitary child" by William Wordsworth {1770-1850}
Be sure to give proper credit if art is added:
"Cathedrals of the Forest" by Stephanie Pui-Mun Law
Apply this prompt to yourself, give beautiful
metaphor describing what peace the solitude of
nature provides to your inner child.
GUIDELINES:
9 entries only, I will not bother
to comment on any that don't follow
the theme or guidelines.
Anything remotely intolerant or tactless
will be removed without notice or comment.
Give it to me in fluid free-verse or form;
Nothing shorter than eight lines please!
No line limit, but please remember:
I'm asking for poetry, not lyrics or prose!
Contest will be judged when all nine
have completed their entries...or in
a few days; whichever comes first~~~
if you reserve, be sure to return.
Use common sense and read the guidelines...
Three winners-No HM's awarded
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on March 22, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 399, Silver: 299, Bronze: 199
- Final notes: More than anything, I hope that this theme has awakened those who entered to the beauty of spending time in nature's solitude. Within her unconditional love, we are truly free to explore ourselves and
come away feeling more complete. To my winners, you all expressed so much depth of feeling; I could see each of you there in that silent place of serenity. To ALL who
entered, each write contained an element
of wonderment and faith...each one reached
deeper into the image and concept telling
me that this was more than just a theme
for you...and that really does make me happy. An extra finalist made the list and
that poet will receive some award pts, but no green trophy as promised. Thank-you
very much for making this theme a lovely experience to read and reflect upon. Blue
Contest Winners
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I once strolled down paths of grace
where even time had slowed its pace• Commented on by judge. [remove]
Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
Entries [8]
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As I awoke in the early dawn
I stretched and scratched and yawned• Commented on by judge. -
Dew on the morning crust.
Hearts beat, as grass floatsby jezz 16 lines, 14 comments, on Mar 16 10:34 AM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
Wakening to the sound of dawns chorus My ears were blessed by such beautyby Silent Cougar 21 lines, 24 comments, on Mar 16 9:51 AM 2008
• Commented on by judge.
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grand idea for a contest....
I hope all see this one, and are quick enough to submit.
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A beautifully creative theme inspired by two wonderful artists. I am looking forward to dipping my pen in the ink for this one. GREAT theme. ~Pamela
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Well, I was told great minds think alike! I'm still
reeling over the fact of our twin themes. Glad to
know you will be entering your extreme talents. Blue
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Such a wonderfully creative theme my friend.
Thank you so much for the honor of silver in this contest. Congratulations to all! 
Outstanding contest and superb entries, all. ~Pamela 
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Oh you honor me so much with the bronze trophy and I can't thank you enough really. This has been a pleasure to enter.
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Congratulations to the winners, commiserations to the rest of us,Di
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