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The Craven Raven

To speak the words of famous lore He backs away forevermore For he’s afraid to quote the words He dares not say them, “Never more” So timid, he, he trembles true Though black as night, his heart is blue He dare not draw attentions light To hide in shade, he means to do

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 2/1/2009 2:49:00 PM
The creative title captured my attention. Nice use of rhyme--fitting for the theme. Interesting take on Poe. It works!!!! Karen
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Date: 2/1/2009 7:44:00 AM
Like the pace to this one Michael.Rgds Brian
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Date: 2/1/2009 7:42:00 AM
Poe duck! here comes Michael..
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Date: 2/1/2009 4:01:00 AM
yup - that's poe. I just saw his stamps are out - i must buy them next! awesome here M, you captured his dark, need for alone here, love, Kristin
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