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Army Ants

One whisper...

The forest floor trembles

A path of literal 
mayhem

Untethered to mankind

Strangely eschewing
Frogs, snakes and lizards

"Long Live The Queen"
Their 
Only 
Anthem!

Eternity 
Their
Reward

I
Fall
In



10/01/13

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Poet Destroyer A

November 27, 2013 at 12:01 AM

James, , Thank you for spreading and sharing your kindness. You know me I’ will always enjoy stopping by with love and support, no matter if I do not Understand what I am reading at times. I am very grateful and thankful to all who have been supportive of me one way or another. Your heartfelt words are the main attraction of who you are… Thanks for your inspiring visit. ----- Happy Thanksgiving ~ LINDA

Nette Onclaud

October 17, 2013 at 11:40 AM

jimbo, you were superb in drake's show... hope to bond with you soon with apples in the snow!..:) huggs

Debbie Guzzi

October 17, 2013 at 8:37 AM

Can't find the line Jimbo that needs fixing in Surreal can you till me which verse or line the mistake is in? [You are making me want to sing, the ants go marching 1 by 1 hurrah, hurrah!] Light & Love

Christine Phillips

October 14, 2013 at 2:42 PM

I like the title and was expecting more. Nevertheless I can see that you have written it from your soul.

Sara Kendrick

October 14, 2013 at 7:53 AM

Cute one..We don't have army ants here do we?..They are some bad ants..Enjoyed reading this one today..Sara

Harry Horsman

October 12, 2013 at 9:56 AM

one goal in mind, amazing poetry, just love this...James...

Poet Tacito

October 9, 2013 at 9:49 AM

Fantastic. Love this! It reminded me of the movie "Ants" from many years ago.

Nette Onclaud

October 6, 2013 at 11:23 AM

this queen bites and yes, you delivered the piece with a whip, jimbo.. hope to hear you soon on drake's show again.. you wre good as usal the last time.. carry on!..:) huggs