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Every Shut Eye Ain'T Sleep (Haiku)

Hanging by its tail, on the limb of the oak tree, possum feigns slumber Comments:(Playin’ Possum)

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Date: 6/28/2009 10:14:00 AM

I like the lighthearted feel of this poem. Nice use of imagery. I'm smiling! Thank you for sharing your gift of humor with us and for your kind words on my poem. Keep on writing! Karen

Margaret Okubo

Date: 9/27/2008 8:33:00 AM

Love it. Vivid imagery in so few words. Sly possum!!! Thank you for your kind comments on my poem. Love, Margaret

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 9/18/2008 5:08:00 PM

He has to keep watch. There are many hunting for his hide. lol!!! I had to read many poems to put me to sleep in the hospital. Great job! ~Joseph

Adam Piper

Date: 9/15/2008 7:25:00 PM

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Heidie Buys

Date: 9/12/2008 8:12:00 AM

Picture perfect. Simply love this one. Well done. Regards Heidie

Carrie Richards

Date: 9/10/2008 4:34:00 PM

Cute haiku!! A cheery poem! Well done~Carrie

Deneen White

Date: 9/10/2008 3:44:00 PM

nice write, it made me smile, and thanks for your coments, take care D-nyce