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The trickster tiptoes through the twilight
Tenaciously trialling their tricks thoroughly,
Teasing the turtles, tigers, turkeys.
The trickster transforms theatrically,
Triumphantly traversing towards the town.
Tumbling, turning, twirling throughout.
Treacherous trickster terrorises the town
Townsfolk turn to themselves together
Therapeutically talking to tend to their tricks.
The trickster takes turns talking, teasing
Teaching the townsfolk tolerance.
The twilight turns to tomorrow
The trickster's torments turn tired,
Then timeout.
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Ash Taylor
Lover of fantasy and all things whimsical. Currently studying Writing and Publishing at UNE in Armidale, Australia. Living on Anaiwan land.
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Comments (6)
I like the short narrative style to the poem Ash. Great job! 😊👍
Very nice!
Thank you for sharing "The Trickster" poem by Ash Taylor. The use of alliteration in the tautogram style adds a nice touch to the playful and mischievous tone of the poem. The imagery of the trickster tiptoeing through the twilight and teasing various animals creates a vivid and entertaining scene. The poem also ends on a thought-provoking note about the trickster teaching the townsfolk tolerance. Overall, a well-crafted and enjoyable poem.
Well done!!!
Wonderful job, and I love the gentle way this ended with the night coming in :)
This was very clever, picture is perfect as well. Adds that touch of being there.