The dogs raced through
small town roads.
It was over in seconds.
The winner's circle
wasn't much more
than a crowded lunch table.
A few years later,
ants are still crawling
to the leftovers,
and the last lonely lush.
Proper grammar, just for you Will.
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Well Shirl, you always have the knack of giving your work an edge that leaves the reader to their own personal interpretation and this is no different. I see the progression of the alcoholic but then again, I see a parallel of teen clique. Just my thoughts!
It's wonderful to read something from you again, darling! You've been missed here! 
~Lori
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I liked it, as we have dog racing here, first I have read on the subject knowing that I could interperate it in many ways, and that is what is good about it,
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I am not quite sure of the true meaning behind the words but I personally got the picture of greed taking over and those left behind living with the remnants of deceptions defeat. Just my first thoughts. Either way, this was great to read. I do enjoy writes that just leave it wide open to the imagination while drawing the reader in. Well written
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I liked this. It had a nice flow, perfect form, but I'm not entirely sure what it's about. Care to enlighten this ignorant poet?
~DKR
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Interesting piece to be certain, nice flow to it although I was somewhat lost in the concept of it. Best of luck in this and all of your endeavors.
Hetohke'e 
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I have to say, I liked this..but not sure really get this. It speaks to me, about the progression of drinking, but I think it needs just a little more to round it out.
All in all, I still like it, regardless.
Proper grammar, and all..lol..
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Yea, thats part of it.. I always leave my works very open.. Just how I write, but the drinking is evident in the last line... -Sigh. Glad you liked it. =D
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Poetry should always be open to interpretation..
I more than liked this, I love poems that make you read it, read it again, and go hmmmm..what am i missing.
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First impression is what you asked for from your readers, I usually do not give this... I need to read at least twice to get into the piece, but okay! Good poem.... in my opinion, it could use a little more of your what call, "essence" from within.... I liked the poem and the message, but I like to devior poetry and when I come away, I want to be completely satisfied with my feast....
I read I got full but something is missing... this is just my feelings only no one elses.... but I did enjoy your pen.... -
This is actually very cleverly written! My folks live in Alaska so the first thing that came to mind foor me were dog sled races....such a clean, smooth read...with a very small town feel. Nicely done.
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I read this twice and thought about it...
And correct me if I am missing the plot, but is this about car racing and a guy getting killed and the girl surviving the crash? Drinking was involved?
Your poetry is fabulous and smart and I respect your talent so much, precious one. 
Melodies Mum
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It isn't really about car racing, but it is about small town amusements and someone being left behind, I just used racing as a parallel past time. Your so sweet Mum. Love you
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