Once upon a time, there was a prince riding in the moonlight
He rode under a cobalt sky
with soaring stars and watchful moon.
He wandered over mountains high
seeking the princess and her tune.
Lance at hand to slay a dragon,
his shield and bridle from a king,
and for the thirst, wine and flagon,
to shatter war’s curse, she must sing.
Strapped to his back, he bore the gift
to ease the conflict in their land,
tirra lirra, go fast and swift,
his horse galloped across the sand.
The journey seemed to last a year,
the urn of peace, well-locked, kept dry
till he came to her castle, here,
riding his steed βneath cobalt sky.
The princess sang and shattered urn,
the prince journeyed on, far and wide.
And so war died, did not return,
Now peace is here, and will abide.
Here is another peace poem. This one in response to Jane Doughertyβs Poetry Challenge. The prompt was the painting above by John Bauer, which carries the caption, “Once upon a time there was a prince riding in the moonlight” that I used for my opening.
The prompt words are: Star, gift, wander, soaring, cobalt.
Loved this! The Fairy tale, the rhythm of the poem. Superb! Great way to start my day. Thank you.
Thank you! Your lovely comment made my day! π
Then we’re even … for now. π
Hahaha.
Lovely poem! It has a real timeless feel π
Thank you very much! Just what I was going for. π
You’re welcome, glad to confirm you’ve achieved your aim!
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You and Janice should team up. There must be something to this story you’ve both invented!
It was the picture you chose! π
Wonder where he is at the moment, and if he’s available…
I know. You know those princes, they just ride in and then wander off. π
You can never lay your hand on one when you need one.
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What a beautiful story…expressed in such a classic way. Great idea to open with the ‘once upon a Time’ caption.
Thank you very much, Janice! π
Like an ancient ballad. Beautiful. (K)
Thank you, Kerfe!
Agreed.
Thank you very much!
love this piece for the fluidity and rhythm of your writing!
Thank you very much!
I was enchanted by this tale, even when the urn was shattered I knew it would end with a good and happy one! π Lovely and peaceful, rhythmic and magical!
Thank you, Robin. You always write such nice comments. π
I like people who give me details in their comments, like you do! Only seems kind to reciprocate your caring words, Merril. β€
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There’s more to this than just a fairy tale. Plus, I love the ricochet of the rhythm.
Thanks so much, Marian!
I like your alliteration. π
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Ah, absolutely charming! I would also love wine and flagon to quench my thirst. π·πΆ
Thank you so much!
I would also like the wine and flagon. Although right now, it’s coffee time. π
Merril, we all need this whimsical poem of hope and peace. Thank youπ
Thank you very much, Kathy!
Well done … and some that the majority of humanity wants, but a power-seeking minority won’t allow.
Very true, Frank. Thanks!
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I agree with Kerfe. Ballad comes to mind.
Thank you.