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Gullible Does Not Mean Foolish

A handsome man beautiful woman Admired and loved; their outer shell, Pretty face like sweet fauna Can be root bound within A labyrinth of Irrational Behaviour, Evil Mind To Hide a Gross intent, Poems disguised That speak about love When ink turns radical Perceiving of lonely hearts, A dark moon upon the rising A song a rhyme sent on an ill wind. © Harry J Horsman 2020

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/23/2020 3:22:00 AM

We truly never know a person even one that we love and live with. A person can hide what is on the inside. Congrats on your winner. Sara

Hilo Poet

Date: 12/21/2020 6:38:00 PM

Captivating! Thank you for sharing a wondrous part of yourself, Harry, my compliments on your honorable placement, Aloha! William

Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/22/2020 11:08:00 AM

A work of art! Here, here! A double nonet! Fabulous. Yes, it's difficult to distinguish good from evil...in many instances. Being trusting and open should be a goal. But it leads to many wounds! PANAGIOTA XX Oops. Second Respponse Especially hiding behing our PC's. Plenty devils (male and female) lurk behind eloquent, Poetry.A conundrum~~. Panagiota xx

Eileen Manassian

Date: 4/17/2020 3:08:00 AM

That's a good piece, Harry. Leads one to contemplate. Poets have always spoken from what's going on in their lives... disguised or embellished. Song writers do the same. One must be wise to read between the lines.

Judy Ball

Date: 4/15/2020 9:56:00 AM

What a great write and so true. Good advice for those who are easily fooled. Reminds me of the old saying about the smile on the crocodile and how when someone is crying and looking for pity they are accused of shedding crocodile tears. Love this. God Bless and stay well. JB

Vladislav Raven

Date: 4/15/2020 8:31:00 AM

Hi Harry, I think this is the first time I have seen a double nonet and it is really well written. This is an excellent write on the subject chosen. There are so many two-faced people out there, my friend. The images depicted are strong and true, my friend. A definite Fav. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Your friend always....Mike.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/14/2020 9:57:00 AM

Terrific! Have never seen a double nonet. Your description of this personality is apt and artistically done. Thank you. Panagiota xx

Debbie Knapp

Date: 4/6/2020 2:38:00 AM

Harry, It reminds me of the saying you can't judge a book by its cover. Great write. Your friend always, Debbie Knapp

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 4/1/2020 11:58:00 PM

G'day Harry … a warm smile can also hide a cold heart. Such a great explanation Harry on how the outer looks and the inner schemes. Once again, a great verse from you Harry - Lindsay

Silent One

Date: 3/31/2020 1:49:00 PM

Interesting double nonet about a fake person hiding behind his poetry... Sooner or later true colours show.... Anyone we know?

Eve Roper

Date: 3/29/2020 5:21:00 PM

The beauties make the worst mates, they love dulcet flattery, once the flattery is gone they are gone. Nicely done, Harry

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/29/2020 1:09:00 PM

Harry, this is quite wonderful! So many vivid images "root bound," "ink turns radical." And, writing in the shape with its challenge of syllable count is challenging! Nicely done. Congratulations!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/29/2020 12:11:00 PM

Well written Harry, hope you're well. Tom

Brenda Chiri

Date: 3/29/2020 10:49:00 AM

Harry great top win!;)

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 3/29/2020 12:11:00 AM

So true, superficial pretty faces can mask ugly hearts, so well put!