Soldier Termite

Why at war I have no clue
all I do is eat and chew

Don’t kill your flocks
like a carnivore fox

Or mow your crop
with a locusts chop

Of wood I take a tiny bite
for that you engage me to fight?


First Place Winner: A Brian Strand Couplet Contest 7/28/21
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Kauffman Avatar
July 30, 2021 at 10:34 AM
Very interesting perspective Frances - from the viewpoint of the termite! Wonderfully creative and very unique! Congratulations on your win! Blessings.
Merryman Avatar
July 30, 2021 at 9:31 AM
Very cute, Frances! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M
Alex Avatar
July 29, 2021 at 4:13 AM
A Beautifully created Couplet. Congratulations on your win!
Cozart Avatar
August 22, 2017 at 6:00 PM
I know, huh? Isn't the world just vile for those innocent creatures?
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