Comment from Debbie D'Arcy

Excellent

What a wonderful image! Those children have put a smile on my face already:) Your precisely 20 syllable verse perceptively captures the infectious exuberance of the young at play. Just like a yawn, the cheer is irresistibly transmitted! Well done and good luck! Debbie

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

Comment from Sally Law

Excellent

Mystery Poet,
Or it could be that they suck you into it. Our three sons and grandchildren have that way about them. Childlike joy is infectious. A sweet and fun 20 syllable poem and beautifully illustrated.

Sending you my best today as always, and my very best wishes for the upcoming contest.
Sally Law :)) xoxo

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

Comment from Darlene BoClair

Excellent

The title got my attention. Then the picture of the children and the dogs with big smiles on their faces. Your poem definitely reads of the value of children playing especially outside in a warm season. Great job in creating the 20 syllables
writing prompt contest entry.

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

reply by Darlene BoClair on 19-Jan-2025

Thank you.

Comment from jmdg1954

Exceptional

Especially when there's puppies and mud involved and it's happening at my son's house so his house gets all muddied up. Ha!

Great poem in only 20 syllables that speaks a whole lot of truth.

Best of luck in the contest...
John

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.
Thanks also for the honor of your six stars. Always so appreciated.

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

Children are so innocent and care-free, as they grow, learn, experiment, and enjoy each other and life. As adults, we've lost some of their zest for life, but watching them play can momentarily restore our joy. Your picture and poem provide a powerful message. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

What a fabulous picture! I love to watch children having so much fun, their laughter certainly does brighten my day and it is so infectious. Look at their faces!! Lol. This is a lovely 20 syllable poem, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Well done and good luck! :)Sandra xx

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

Comment from Neonewman

Excellent

The laughter of children warms one's soul. This is a wonderfully crafted piece for this particular contest, my friend. Best of luck in the voting.
God bless,
Steve

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I do appreciate them very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

reply by Neonewman on 19-Jan-2025

My pleasure.

Comment from Alexandra Trovato

Excellent

This is a wonderful poem and presentation! The syllable count is good with a perfect supporting image. I know this message well because I was a teacher for most of my life. Especially when I taught younger children, there was much joy and with teens too.

I joke that I never worked a day in my life because I enjoyed teaching so much.

Best wishes

Alex

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I love that you had this relationship with children and were also one who nurtured these little souls. I do appreciate it all very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This twenty-syllable poem, Watching Children Play, has the proper formatting and reminds me to talk to my grandchildren today and suck up some of their joy.

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 18-Jan-2025

Hahaha, Bill, I think I could write another one that says, "For joy and laughter, one needs only to read reviews written by Bill." (Syllables not counted) but the laughter you gave me sure counted. Thanks a million, my friend. Hahahahahaha!!!!!

Comment from royowen

Excellent

Such a delightful photo, I think we've got photos our girls when the were children in that state, plus we always had the pets too. Now we have grandchildren too, beautifully written my friend, good luck, blessings Roy

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 Comment Written 18-Jan-2025

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reply by the author on 19-Jan-2025

Thanks for the awesome review and fun comments. I love your comments about your daughters, as I know how much you love them. I do appreciate all of your comments very much. Also the kind wishes for the contest.

reply by royowen on 19-Jan-2025

Well done