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So Miniscule, So Powerful

I think I may cough up a lung. I ache from head to toe. I’m blazing hot, then freezing cold. Eyes smart and nostrils flow. A microscopic virus birthed this beast that’s claimed my week, demanded that I stay in bed, and made my outlook bleak. Date: July 9, 2019 Contest: The Miniverse Poetry Contest Placed 4th of 10 Sponsor: Nina Parmenter

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Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 7/20/2019 9:50:00 PM

Oh, that one! The butt kicker. Or face... ;), you nailed it. Congratulations on your win! xomo

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 10:10:00 PM

Thank you so much, Maureen! Janice

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 7/20/2019 9:43:00 AM

Janice, this is wonderful. I just hate colds of any kind...Congrats on your placement!

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 10:36:00 AM

Thanks so much, Jeanne. Janice

Gary Smith

Date: 7/20/2019 8:25:00 AM

Excellent Janice, congrats. :)

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 8:28:00 AM

Thanks so much, Gary. Janice

Line Gauthier

Date: 7/20/2019 6:19:00 AM

Wonderful poem, Janice. Congrats on your win.

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 8:28:00 AM

Thanks so much, Line. Janice

Caycay Jennings

Date: 7/14/2019 3:35:00 PM

Succinct, to the point and has great rhyme - what I believe Nina is looking for. I got way too wordy in mine (pretty sure) but I've got a house full of company and no real thinking time! I really enjoyed your entry and definitely know the virus feeling you creatively described. All the best ... CayCay

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/14/2019 4:07:00 PM

Thanks so much, CayCay! I'm going to read yours as soon as I get the chance. Janice