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Homegrown Blackberries Rule

Recalling how chiggers can itch
I'll still cross the muddiest ditch
the biggest blackberries to find.
Deet sends most critters to their niche.

Wrestling briers, a path I'll stake
while dreaming of cobblers to bake...
Whoa! my full pail I left behind
the moment I spotted a snake.

Returning with weapon in tow
and searching along with my beau
At last, I regain peace of mind,
he scares off the snake with a hoe.

Retrieving my bucket brim full
we hurry past fence and the bull.
Are they worth the grit and the grind?
You bet, homegrown blackberries rule.

July 31, 2022

Contest: Your Thoughts on Blackberries
Sponsor: Matt Caliri

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Jenna Logan Date: 9/9/2022 10:36:00 AM My thoughts were not only on blackberries, but also that your write should've placed higher. It is really well written. Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/9/2022 5:27:00 PM You're very welcome, and I never praise when I don't think it's deserved. Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/9/2022 1:10:00 PM Thanks Jenna, your comment adds an extra perk to the placement. I appreciate your time and energy.

Joseph May Date: 9/8/2022 2:13:00 PM Getting them is half the fun, Nicely done Reason Login to Reply Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/9/2022 1:14:00 PM Thanks, Joseph, indeed especially to a kid in the country for a day or two. My aunt’s farm was our go-to place for adventure. I appreciate your encouraging words.

Constance La France Date: 9/8/2022 2:11:00 PM Reason, wonderfully penned poem, I love it and congratulations on your win in the contest _peace and tranquility ~ Login to Reply

Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/8/2022 10:50:00 AM Mmm…going to any length to find those juicy blackberries! Congratulations! Login to Reply Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/9/2022 1:20:00 PM The cobbler part is easy and the eating requires little work. Thanks for taking the time to comment

Christuraj Alex Date: 9/8/2022 9:13:00 AM "homegrown blackberries rule" - Highly poetic lines. Congratulations! Login to Reply Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/9/2022 1:22:00 PM Thanks, Christuraj, I get poetic sometimes. Have a great weekend!

Matt Caliri Date: 9/8/2022 8:54:00 AM Congrats on an 8th place finish out of 37 in my blackberry contest! I think what won me over with this piece is the the use of the word "rule." Great work! Login to Reply Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/8/2022 5:55:00 PM Thanks, Matt, loved your prompt for its nostalgic value personally. I appreciate the placement

Valsa George Date: 8/13/2022 11:22:00 PM One thing I am most scared of is a snake. Among brambles, thickets and ditches, snakes are often found. I can imagine how puzzled you must have been spotting a snake. Leaving the blackberries behind and running is all one can do. Glad you could get back your berries ! Really enjoyed, dear friend ! Thanks for your kind visit and comment! Login to Reply Reason A. Poteet Date: 9/9/2022 1:36:00 PM Thank you VG for taking the time to leave a comment. ‘Tis appreciated a lot. The snake was an unexpected surprise on my 2nd excursion