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Chained Dog Song

Jack Russell sings sharp— two barks for each passing bike he would love to chase. Droning wheels tease and roll on from chained dog’s staccato song. May 24, 2016 Traditional Tanka Contest

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Paul Callus

Date: 6/24/2016 3:01:00 PM

A traditional tanka with a modern theme. Both droning wheels and staccato combine to produce a rap song. ~ Congrats on your podium finish, Rita! // paul

Sandra Haight

Date: 6/18/2016 7:30:00 PM

They make a good symphony, Rita. I could identify with this since our daughter and family have a Jack Russell...barks at everything! Congratulations on your fine placement in the contest. Nicely done. Hugs, Sandra

Rita A. Simmonds
Date: 6/21/2016 6:15:00 PM

Thank you, Sandra!

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 6/18/2016 4:30:00 PM

this one stuck in my mind from the first reading; i thought it was quirky, unusual, well written, with that "staccato song" a strong, alliterative closure - congrats on your win in my contest

Rita A. Simmonds
Date: 6/21/2016 6:16:00 PM

Thank you, Charlotte. It's a great honor!