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Dé Danann

Leprechauns were pondering

Over a mug of whiskey

They had stopped their wandering

And they were feeling frisky

 

Irish men were curious

Hearing the strangest whistle

The Leprechauns were furious

Catching them in the thistle

 

The men were so persistent

And joined them in their folly

Their pleas were so insistent  

They all got drunk, by golly!

 

This seems a strange reunion

The Leprechauns all agreed

They frolicked in communion

Drinking a barrel of mead

 

 

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Author notes

Ae freslighe: (ay fresh lee):
Each stanza is a quatrain of seven syllables. Lines one and three rhyme with a triple (three syllable) rhyme and two and four use a double (two syllable) rhyme.

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  • Purrsanthema
    March 19
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    It's a great poem to reread right after St. Patrick's day, which, as you know, is a huge thing in Chicago. These delicate Celtic forms remind me so of the beautiful rhythmic complexities of Celtic dance. This one is just plain old wonderful fun and a delight to read and reread.

  • Papagallo
    March 16
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    Darn here and two for you

  • Papagallo
    March 16

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    ahh the Irish!! I knew an Irish lassie or two in my day. They both went off to Religious Orders and for me they would pray. Now what I have said is true. I liked yourpoem lots and laughed and drank a toast to you. * rose* Papagallo


  • Emmyb gold member
    March 14

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    quirky, funny, witty and clever. well done on this magical little write. am looking forward to seeing what else you have in store for me. Emm


  • Cup-a-Joe
    March 12
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    Amera

    Pour ma a pient. Plese.
    I needs a drink.

    Jolly good poem Amera.
    Joe


  • Auburn Sunrise gold member
    March 6

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    AWESOME!

    I love the theme, the style, and the font you chose really spurred the playful mood!

    What a cute poem! I have to read this to my husband, he'll absolutely LOVE it!


  • Ithica silver member
    March 5

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    Perfect form for a perfect poem with "St. Paddy's Day" right around the corner... And couldn't we all stand a little joy-juice and community and a lot less worry these days..??? Perfect as usual!!!

  • TonyT
    March 5

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    A little splash of whiskey
    will make them all play free
    And then we'll see them in the light
    where they should really be...

    Tony


  • cricketjeff gold member
    March 5

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    This is something else!

    I was shown the form a while ago and ducked it, now you have shown how well it can work in English I must try. You have penned fun into every line, just right for a celebration of "the little people"



    Great stuff in so many ways

    Jeff


  • k.a.s.s.i.e
    March 5

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    the celtic image is awesome, the style is very unique, and i love it. good luck in the contest.

    kAsSiE


  • longte
    March 5
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    First the name caught me
    This is very clever
    Loved it


    • Amera gold member
      March 5
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      I am so flattered especially after reading this on your author page:
      “I have been asked why I rarely comment on poems
      I personally feel there is little use in commenting unless I can offer valuable critical comments
      I will not be commenting simply to gush over a poem or author
      [unless it is brilliant] ”
      Thank you!


  • Mairi bheag gold member
    March 5

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    There are times I just want to take you over my knee and spank you!


  • HaleyMary
    March 4

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    Sis, you are so good at these form poems. Wonderful rhyme and fantastic imagery, as well. So much talent. Best of luck to you in the contest.


  • StarEyes
    March 4

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    Sis, You are soooooo good with all these different forms! Miss Form Queen! And this one is great! I love it!

    Best of luck in this contest!

    and love

    Nyetta


  • kiwigirljacks gold member
    March 4

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    Too much fun!!! This is just so damn good Sis! Gave me a giggle and the biggest smile reading it, thanks for that!!

  • Purrsanthema
    March 4
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    This is terrifically fun!


  • Rovingone gold member
    March 4

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    A fine Irish Drinkin' song if ever there was one, just needs the tin whistle and the bangin' of the drum.


  • Wandika gold member
    March 4
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    Very nice

    I have always felt you must watch out for those Leprechauns


  • amaranthine lover gold member
    March 4
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    very cute! I loved it Amera!


  • penman gold member
    March 4
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    Excellent

    Oh my only you can take and make magic with a form. Great job, best of luck in the contest.

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