Hungry Lamb

Thorns-filled bush
Leaves are edible, yet
They aren't reachable. 
Placing the forelegs
On the slippery trunk
Slipping off
Supporting again
Slipping
Supporting
Though it took a long
Achieves its goal of
Attaining
At least 
A few leaves
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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April 15, 2024 at 7:59 PM
Enjoyed the slippery victory, Alex. :) gw
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