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The Shadow of a Cannonball

I am the shadow of a cannonball. I watch bees float from flower to flower, While beyond the back of the shed The good work of anyone awaits my attention. Though--I know now one thing! Twinkling into my orbit now, The lost dog on the great plains, The quivering flame beside the feverish man, The surfaceless bottom, Like squirt gun chases I proclaim through a breeze: If my brother's fiancee's son Needs wispy and wild advice This I will provide As the shadow shifts past.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 1/22/2009 6:17:00 PM
personification of what the shadow of a cannonball sees? I don't care if I'm right I love it.
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Date: 1/18/2009 3:06:00 PM
I read and re- read but unfortunately, my perception of this piece has left me a little confused. Could be me... best regards and wishes on your writing, Lucinda
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