Violent Content

red teeth open jaws
on a monkey's head he gnaws
content licking paws
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Taiwo Avatar
February 28, 2011 at 1:46 PM
Probably a beast from the killing field, well written and to point. I have not done any poem on Haiku form, your piece so encourage me to try the form. Thanks for your fantastic comment on my poem, so much grateful for stopping by.
Laan Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 6:16 AM
Wonderful images here of the monkey.
Dietrich Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 6:48 PM
wow, yes, this is a strong image for violence, Robb!! and clever title!
Sweetheart Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 1:13 PM
Must be a lion or tiger or bear oh my ..Robb to eat the monkey's head.. powerful images of the circle of life..luv..
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