Grinning at a Snake
Rhyming32 total reviews
Comment from Paul McFarland
That's an amazing picture, Melissa. You have done a great job describing this conundrum. From the picture, I can't really tell who is in the most trouble.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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That's an amazing picture, Melissa. You have done a great job describing this conundrum. From the picture, I can't really tell who is in the most trouble.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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I think it's a toss up, Paul. I feel like the crane started it, so got what he deserved. Thanks so much for the review.
Melissa
Comment from Ulla
Yes, indeed Melissa, what a dilemma. I simply loved this. For some reason I find it so very funny. The photo is absolutely priceless. Look at the eyes of the crane! Wonderful. Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Yes, indeed Melissa, what a dilemma. I simply loved this. For some reason I find it so very funny. The photo is absolutely priceless. Look at the eyes of the crane! Wonderful. Ulla xcx
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks Ulla. The bird does seem to have such angry eyes :). But, he is the villain in this piece, I'm sure he started it. LOL. Thank you, sweet friend.
Melissa
Comment from Begin Again
A moment in the stand-off between snake and bird - "He who laughs last" will win. What a rare sight to see but I do hope that the photographer helped the bird. thank you for sharing.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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A moment in the stand-off between snake and bird - "He who laughs last" will win. What a rare sight to see but I do hope that the photographer helped the bird. thank you for sharing.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks Carol... I hope he helped the bird too :)
Melissa
Comment from BethShelby
I really enjoying reading the poem. The picture is puzzling. It looks like two snake heads and what looks like some tiny snake bodies. I guess
the bird had planned on eating a snoke before becoming entrapped.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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I really enjoying reading the poem. The picture is puzzling. It looks like two snake heads and what looks like some tiny snake bodies. I guess
the bird had planned on eating a snoke before becoming entrapped.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Hey Beth, thank you. It is a very interesting picture... so unique. Thanks for your comments. I hope the photographer helped the bird out of his dilemma :)
Melissa
Comment from Sally Law
I can't see the snake very well, however your poem painted the picture very well. At least make the predator work for it, I say. An amazing poem, my friend, for the unusual event. Sending you my best today as always.
Sal Xoxo's
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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I can't see the snake very well, however your poem painted the picture very well. At least make the predator work for it, I say. An amazing poem, my friend, for the unusual event. Sending you my best today as always.
Sal Xoxo's
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much Sal. I just had to write something after I saw the photo! :). I'm sorry you can't see it well... it is definitely one of those poems written to describe art/ photos. Hugs!!
Melissa
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
Oh no! That poor bird. I hope the person taking the picture is kind enough to help him out before going on his way! Great photo though lol thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Oh no! That poor bird. I hope the person taking the picture is kind enough to help him out before going on his way! Great photo though lol thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much Marilyn. I just had to write something after I saw the photo! :). I was thinking that surely the photographer would help him out. Hugs!!
Melissa
Comment from Brenda Strauser
Nature is so amazing. Si many wonders. I see why you wrote a poem. The poem is well written and captures the picture well. It is very descriptive. Great job.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Nature is so amazing. Si many wonders. I see why you wrote a poem. The poem is well written and captures the picture well. It is very descriptive. Great job.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much Brenda!
Melissa
Comment from Carol Clark2
I love this, Melissa! The picture is wonderful, and your words emphasize the dilemma of the frustrated bird. I like the actions of the little snake, and the way he stopped his would-be attacker. Blessings on your day. Carol
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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I love this, Melissa! The picture is wonderful, and your words emphasize the dilemma of the frustrated bird. I like the actions of the little snake, and the way he stopped his would-be attacker. Blessings on your day. Carol
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much Carol. I just had to write something after I saw the photo! :). Hugs!!
Melissa
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That photo was amazing! I love the look on the bird's face!
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Grinning at a Snake, presented with three AABB-rhymed quatrains, does present that atypical standoff as the serpent's last measure is to deny the stork a quick snack.
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reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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This poem, Grinning at a Snake, presented with three AABB-rhymed quatrains, does present that atypical standoff as the serpent's last measure is to deny the stork a quick snack.
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Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much, Bill.
Melissa
Comment from Tom Horonzy
... and thus they lay side by side, dying together. It would have been nice if there was a negotiator on hand to see the demands each might have said, but wo', as the world turns, it rarely turns out good for both sides.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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... and thus they lay side by side, dying together. It would have been nice if there was a negotiator on hand to see the demands each might have said, but wo', as the world turns, it rarely turns out good for both sides.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Haha, you are so clever to philosophize with this one, Tom. Life is rarely fair. Thanks for your wonderful review!!
Melissa
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Yes, I am... clever, but still await an offer to negotiate such challenges as these two opponents had, but alas, I sit at home with my missus hovering with a duster in hand to brush me off occasionally. (tee-hee) That's tickles, Myra.
