Happenstance

Scoundrels
hiding evil
behind benign deceit
only create malign karma
within
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Callus Avatar
December 19, 2020 at 3:43 AM
Like an echo, what we send forth comes back to us, whether good or bad! Been meaning to read your first submission on Soup, Angela (though it appears that you've been here also under different names:)) Regards // paul
Crabtree Avatar
December 20, 2020 at 3:40 PM
This is my real name, Paul. I used my writer's name when I was here before. Thank you for reading and commenting. I always appreciate your visit :)
Horsman Avatar
December 12, 2020 at 10:20 PM
Like Richard, below, i too love to seek out one's first post, this is excellent Angela.
Crabtree Avatar
December 13, 2020 at 12:09 PM
Thank you, Harry. I really appreciate it :)
Lamoureux Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 5:33 PM
Me too, although of late I have lacked inspiration. Mind you I have written over 2000 pieces so arguably I have had more than my share to say.
Crabtree Avatar
October 14, 2020 at 9:06 AM
Wow, that's a lot!
Lamoureux Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 6:27 AM
Short but much to ponder. I thought I would start at the beginning. Thanks for your visit.
Crabtree Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 3:33 PM
You're welcome, Richard and thank you for your visit. I really do appreciate you reading and commenting on my poems. This for me is a great outlet to keep my mind busy on positive things :)
Degenhardt Avatar
July 15, 2008 at 12:48 PM
Ivy, congratulations to you on having this featured. It is well deserved. Have a great day! Michael
Sheart Avatar
July 15, 2008 at 11:45 AM
Hey Ivy A very strong and intuitive write. The sentiment is very powerful too. Enjoyed. Congrats dear Ivy on your incredible poetry being featured this week! Very well deserved. Love Light Truth Patricia
Beer Avatar
July 15, 2008 at 8:16 AM
Very well stated Astrid. You got a hold on it right in these few lines. God Bless, Cile
Winter Avatar
July 15, 2008 at 4:51 AM
Wow. Short but powerful! Congratulations dear Ivy on your wonderful poetry being featured this week. Love, shar
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July 14, 2008 at 6:23 PM
Powerful piece with much to think about in just 5 lines. Congratulations on having your poem featured. I wish you continued success with your writing. Karen
Buys Avatar
July 14, 2008 at 2:25 PM
Very wise and good warning.Congratulations on being featured this week. Regards Heidie
Townsend Avatar
July 14, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Congrats on being featured friend, Awesome write. Smiles from Lena
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
July 14, 2008 at 11:34 AM
First word and I still get Washington! Congratulations on "Happenstance" being featured. Vince
Brown Avatar
July 14, 2008 at 6:25 AM
~~~Ivy~~~,congratulations on your well deserved poem being featured this week. Love, Carol
Jordan Avatar
July 13, 2008 at 4:41 PM
Astrid these words are very true - great example of this form - congrats on the feature
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