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Bite Size No. 69 Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Line Gauthier. Date written: 08/16/2023

"Pop! Pop! Pop!" goes a squeezed Desert Eagle. Two innocent bodies drop; funeral to be held for one. Fleeing block party crew scatter like startled lemmings. A drive-by shooting; blood curdling screams follow. Repeated cries of "Somebody call an ambulance!"... Yet another day, somewhere in America.

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Terry Miller

Date: 8/24/2023 1:25:00 AM

The truth so eloquently penned; congratulations

Speaks Volumes

Date: 8/17/2023 8:18:00 PM

OOPs I thought I commented on this. Some wars can be counted in years, the one you portray dear poet, seems to be lasting forever. Your poem surely strikes the heart of every peace loving citizen and every victim. Write on....

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/17/2023 8:24:00 PM

Thank you very much indeed, SV:-)

Ink Empress

Date: 8/17/2023 4:14:00 AM

The distressing truth that we all see today, how beautifully it can be written about, you’ve shown that here. I especially love “ goes the eagle” brilliant and creative! Praying for better days for everyone. Where we all can feel safe

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/17/2023 3:38:00 PM

Thank you so much for your visit and wonderful feedback, Inky:-)