Child In Time

some poets stake claims they're right
wrong

all poets write
or not

most poets seek truth
hate must go

I am a shepherd who wanders
seeing the wolf, I know
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Tapestry Avatar
October 18, 2018 at 1:50 PM
Humour seems to be today's flavour - perfect!
Dietrich Avatar
October 16, 2018 at 4:45 PM
I envision the wolf in sheeps clothing and also the child (boy) who cried wolf when I read this one!!
Pigeon Tart Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 10:44 AM
Ooh I love it.
Allison Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 1:52 AM
Let's hope those in sheep's clothing are rounded up and give up playing games Art:-) hugs Jan xx
Vaso Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 2:04 AM
They haven't met the GREAT BEAR yet, is coming.....
Andresen Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 1:02 AM
- I see some wolves too ... sometimes - Excellent written, Arthur :) - Happy Monday :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Vaso Avatar
October 15, 2018 at 2:04 AM
Thanks Sunshine, the majority do!
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