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A Brief Encounter

On bended elbows in the grass, I watched a caterpillar slowly pass. It showed no fear that I was there, and turned its head toward me to stare. A brief encounter before it passed. Two earthlings meet in the grass.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 9/18/2014 9:48:00 AM
I would change meet to meeting, I think it would be more rhythmic. This is a delightful write.
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/18/2014 9:54:00 AM
You are right, Richard! I will change it. Thanks for caring enough to let me know. :)
Date: 9/10/2014 8:50:00 PM
A meeting with another living being is always memorable. Like the last line a lot. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/10/2014 11:19:00 PM
We are on the same wave link, Matthew. It must have been very memorable for me to remember something that happened many, many years ago, and just now put that experience in a poem! Thanks for writing. :)
Date: 9/10/2014 8:44:00 AM
Very interesting thoughts displayed here. I love it!!! So profound and such a Great write. Beautiful words and beautiful flow. have a wonderful week. ~Juli-Michelle
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/10/2014 3:42:00 PM
Wow! Thanks, Juli-, That was quite a compliment! Thank you. :)
Date: 9/10/2014 12:16:00 AM
Short and beautiful imagery here! You are talented! =)
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/10/2014 3:46:00 PM
I'm so happy this poem met with your approval Edward. Thanks! :)
Date: 9/9/2014 9:04:00 PM
Dear Darlene: Lovely this write. Leon
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/10/2014 3:51:00 PM
Thanks, Leon, for taking the time to comment. And for liking this poem. Every poet's comments mean a lot to me, whether for correction or approval. :)
Date: 9/9/2014 3:45:00 PM
Very cute. I love watching the fuzzy little ones. This made me smile thanks for sharing :)
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Darlene Gifford
Date: 9/9/2014 4:23:00 PM
Thanks! And isn't it amazing what those fuzzy little things become!

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