The Kidlit Progressive Poem is here today. Tabatha started us off not only with a first line, but also with a beautiful map. Donna added place names to the map. Each year I am awed by the creativity that plays with this poem. The poem has taken on an ABAB, CDCD rhyme scheme. I’m happy that I don’t have to rhyme; I’ve been gifted the first line of stanza 3.
If you are reading and following, please come back to this site tomorrow for Janet’s line. Also, there are still 3 days left to participate. If I don’t fill those last three days, we will end the poem on April 27th.
The Land of Poetry
On my first trip to the Land of Poetry,
I saw anthologies of every color, tall as buildings.
A world of words, wonder on wings, waiting just for me!
Birding for words shimmering, flecked in golden gilding.
Binoculars ready, I toured boulevards and side streets
exploring vibrant verses, verses so honest and tender,
feathery lyrics, bright flitting avian athletes
soaring ‘cross pages in rhythmic splendor.
In the Land of Poetry, I am the conductor.
Reflections on the Teche 
Ah, will this conductor lead us… And what kind of conductor are they… thanks Margaret!
Love the switch to a music metaphor! (Or is it a train conductor?!?! We shall see!)
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Oh, I love the pivot to a new metaphor, and a reminder that we are in the Land of Poetry, where anything can happen! Nice line, Margaret!
Nice! I’m looking forward to what comes next.
How fitting–because you are the conductor of the progressive poem! Eager to see where this will go.
Wow, Margaret, another look at what can be! Lovely turning!
Back to the young narrator – yes!!
I thought I sent you a response, Margaret, but I don’t see it. Thanks for the interesting line you offered. Thanks for adding a narrator.
By the way, what is the link for Linda Mitchell’s 4/13 link? I can’t find it.
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