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The Woods Were Quiet

The woods were quiet yesterday I ambled through in lengthened stay I heard no chatter, hoot or tweet The only sound my leaden feet Tree leaves were still, no shadows danced No bullfrogs echoed morning chants For in this woodland reverie The animals were watching me

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Date: 8/17/2023 7:45:00 PM
Ha, ha! Standing Emily Dickinson on her head, are you?! lol.
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Date: 8/17/2023 6:18:00 PM
A sweet poem, nature at its best.
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Date: 8/17/2023 9:17:00 AM
A creative write. I enjoyed it. If they are watching you, you could be dinner. Have a great day.............
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Date: 8/17/2023 7:06:00 AM
Great poem John! I felt like I was there :)
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Date: 8/17/2023 6:19:00 AM
A very eerie vibe, John, but very well described so as to put your readers in the midst of those woods.
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