Dec

2

By Blossom

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Against All Odds

2011 NOVEMBER PAD CHAPBOOK CHALLENGE: DAY 30

For this month’s final prompt, write an “against all odds” poem. I often feel like we have to fight against the odds, the elements, the technology, etc., to complete these challenges, but there are so many other scenarios that involve someone or something working against all odds to make something happen.

racing
against all odds
for triple crown glory
young horses pound the track, records
to break
Continued…

Mar

5

By Blossom

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March Challenge #5 – racing

From the Cloaked Monk’s March Challenge:

Today, March 5th, marks the beginning of the Iditarod race. Reflect on competition, racing, etc.

I went more literal with a haiku for the Iditarod.

racing for glory
across the frozen tundra
man and dogs: a team