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One Tiny Red Balloon

Over by the corner the bandstand plays on next to the cotton candy wagon and the clown Its a circus act full of people and acrobats and tallish men on walking wooden stilts One tiny red balloon dots the sky as I espy juggling acts leading to the garden path it ain't over until the fat lady sings so I better not dally, I need a glass ring Fire eaters and sweet ladies that stretch ventriloquists with two sided mouths magicians that stage with props, and coins cats on tight ropes, hawkers and escapists Silver hoops and fast delivery guys life is changing right before our very eyes Give me the candy but don't tell me lies of course I want the red balloon, untie! February 12, 2023 Sponsor Anthony Biaanco Contest Name Balloons

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Date: 3/3/2023 7:45:00 AM
Back with Congratulations on your win. A fun write/picture. Have a blessed day......................
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Date: 2/15/2023 7:30:00 PM
A circus show on land vibrant with activities catching the eyes and a balloon floating in the air up in the sky demanding attention. Altogether a wonderful show. A beautiful entry ! All the Best Rose....
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Date: 2/13/2023 2:55:00 AM
Brilliant description of a circus viewed from a balloon. Deserved a high rating. Hugs.
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Date: 2/12/2023 7:09:00 PM
Great poem, Mystic! Yeah, I think I’d rather stand in the ground and watch it floating away. Lol
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Date: 2/12/2023 4:30:00 PM
That was one active poem. Well written, Vie. Thanks for sharing, Bill
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Date: 2/12/2023 6:16:00 PM
Thank you for stopping by Bill
Date: 2/12/2023 11:04:00 AM
A creative write. Did you get to ride in the red balloon??? Have a great/blessed day...............
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Date: 2/12/2023 6:16:00 PM
I wish not I did not, but I'd like to
Date: 2/12/2023 10:23:00 AM
Your poem conjures up images of the fun and fantasy of the carnival... A place where people can easily go broke and be fooled, if they get too caught up in the wonder... This poem leaves the reader with much to think about... Really great work, my dear friend! My best wishes for the contest!
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Date: 2/12/2023 6:16:00 PM
Thank you Kelly so nice to see you here. :)
Date: 2/12/2023 6:26:00 AM
Yep, lots of Red Balloons! And all the other marvelous fanfare and wonders of life. Best of luck with contest!
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Date: 2/12/2023 6:15:00 PM
Thank you Joe
Date: 2/12/2023 3:50:00 AM
Love it! God bless you, friend. Wishing you a win. Love, Gina
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Date: 2/12/2023 6:15:00 PM
Thank you Regina

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