within it's rough

down wolf
sans lust

close pack 
a mask

white fang
something

its crown
her howl

pawprints
skirmish

no lies
eyes try

imprint
your edge

cry done
in love

Alpha 
laughter
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Date: 5/23/2025 5:04:00 PM
This is all bite and rhythm--compact, raw, and primal. Each footle lands like a pawprint in snow: sharp, deliberate, unforgettable. "Alpha / laughter" was such a brilliant closing--dominance wrapped in irony. Wildly effective.
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Date: 1/10/2025 3:28:00 AM
Ah you did a footle and its so good dear sweet paige! I love the laughter rhyme there and also white fang something! I did this form long time ago too! Hope you are doing well. Sending you light always
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Date: 1/10/2025 2:34:00 AM
Lovely footle. Alas I have never written one.
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Date: 1/9/2025 9:35:00 PM
Very interesting use of footle form, Paige. I have done tons of footles. They are fun to do
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Date: 1/9/2025 11:07:00 AM
Definitely worthwhile reading several times to grasp the exquisite workmanship in every sentence fully. This poetry is enjoyable to read. "No lies, eyes try" is a great sentence.
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Date: 1/8/2025 7:56:00 PM
I enjoy this poem. I like the line White Fang. Good teeth makes the wolf.
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