The Wonderful World of Calliope June
An attempted early character sketch in Ballad form. Feedback appreciated!
Calliope June,
born of the stars,
or maybe the moon -
her essence is magic
*
from summer
to noon.
The color of a wildflower,
her eyes spark sweetened song.
*
She is an enigma
between the Autumn and the rain,
crushing mighty stigma
with her smile and her name.
*
With a butterfly upon her shoulder
and a unicorn beneath;
they travel common wonders
that make this world unique.
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Thank you for reading! This is intended to get a vision of who my main character is to be – a young, sweetly mysterious and magical girl named Calliope June. Is she lovely? I want her to be lovely. What more would you like to know? Please leave your thoughts in the comments!
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KJ Aartila
A writer of words in northern WI with a small family and a large menagerie.
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Comments (10)
I think it's sweet, lyrical & lovely.
I loved this little ballad, refreshing to see.
Gorgeous Poem!
Gosh this poem was so stunningly beautiful! I also love the name Calliope!
Well, I am intrigued and I don't have any specific questions but I do want to know more about her!
Definitely an interesting character. She's giving me fairytale vibes. Well done.
Beautiful!!
This evokes feelings of childhood wonder and fantasy. I love it.
Great poem!
This was so wonderful! Loved your poem!