Top Story
Instructions For A Feeling
there is no feeling like it on the earth
there is no describing what it is worth
you will treasure the date of it's birth
of your Top Story
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whether it is your first
you never loose your thirst
for the pride you want to burst
for the star in all its glory
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its something we all crave
the path that writers pave
we are all perhaps a slave
to the next top story
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your excitement pours out of it seams
however, what does it all mean
have you lost your steam
to write a top story
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kudos to the vocal team
they read endless stories it seems
seeing which ones are pristine
to be a Top Story
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the feeling can't be described
it's the same far and wide
its like your favorite type of pie
to get a top story
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I still get a giddy feeling when I get a TOP STORY
(c) Susan Payton 2026
About the Creator
Susan Payton
I love to write in every venue. I am 75 years old and try to make every day count,. I am learning a great deal about poetry on Vocal, and I am glad to be here.
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Comments (6)
Yes, it’s a great feeling isn’t it
Yes, I love that feeling too! Such a simple validation yet so meaningful. Keep striving! 💜
Recognition and appreciation are really hugs
Very true. I remember mine. Heart still leaps as if you won the greatest prize.
It is a wonderful feeling, isn't it?! I particularly liked this stanza: "its something we all crave the path that writers pave we are all perhaps a slave to the next top story"
Getting a Top Story is always so exciting hehehe. Loved your poem!