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A free verse contest poem...

Magical Summer Nights

by Diana L Crawford

Free Verse Contest Winner 

The summertime carnival was forever our delight, offering up a chance to live like kids again and feel the bustling atmosphere of excitement rain down around us. We strolled arm and arm down the small walkways, stopping to enjoy each unique game or vendor booth  and their special items. Oh, the prizes you won! Candy apples, shaved ice and elephant ears were always on our list, even cotton candy and hot dogs and coke in a cup. But the grandest of fun was the big Ferris wheel where I could hold you tight as we ascended and descended to and from heaven and earth. You'd comfort me with the most tender of kisses as we spun wildly through the night air. We were mesmerized by the breath-taking view of the glittering colored beams coming from the lights below. Then, home we'd go; exhausted, but happy, still laughing and chatting about the evening's amusement. Upon a shelf, I have collected all of the precious trophies won by a heart that was so true to me on those magical summer nights. my best friend...

Writing Prompt Please write a free verse poem. Any topic. No rhyming patterns.

Free Verse Contest Winner