The ceiling fan made the crisp pages of the book flutter
in perfect rhythm to the drip, drip of the kitchen faucet.
I clasp the pages to hold them still, as I devour the story
with abandon. Violet, Klaus, and Sunny are exposingthe head of a criminal ring, and the sweat from my pale
gripping fingers on the course texture of the unread pages
creates the silhouette of my fearful grip upon each corner.
In a list
A contest entry
- For The Simple Minded by Dalaney.
900 points, ended March 29, 2008, 18 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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interstesting style for you. I love watching poets break away from the usual. well written. good luck in the contest. jen
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I don't know if I've read anything from you like this before...It reads like a paragraph would read. I think you've captured a moment when all of us, at one time or another, feel when devouring a wonderful story.
I likey. Love, Lane
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Oh, I love this. I saw Lemony Snicket's a few years ago in the theater. I thought it was pretty funny, actually. Jim Carrey is hilarious and it's even more funny when he plays a mean character, because it always seems so ironic compared to his other films. I liked the imagery and the poem also had a suspense feel to it, as well. Thanks for sharing and keep writing.
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Verrrry rrrrreal.
"Count Olaf is guilty of arson,[1] first degree murder,[2] second degree murder,[3] attempted murder,[4] frameup,[5] identity theft,[6] kidnapping,[7] forced marriage,[8] false imprisonment,[9] theft, attempted theft,[10] fraud,[11] falsification of evidence,[12] harassment,[13] criminal facilitation,[14] conspiracy,[15], numerous counts of aiding and abetting and according to Snicket, poor hygiene."
... according to google ...
So: if you hang the sun in a cage outside your window, it may sing to you a song of light.
Crystal clear, Mr Spy.
Love
Always Myra
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This is really a great read. The imagery is fantastic filled with ths sound of the drip and the pages, it makes the reader hungry for more. I really hope you do well in this contest. Frankley I gave up with this judge, I can't even place in her contests. I have no problem with anyone else so I realize poetry is subjective and she does not like my poetic voice. Good luck because I think this is wonderful.
Love,
Amera
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amera
........that isn't fair. I can't believe you would write this.
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Bravo...this was wonderful dear friend. Asboslutely enjoyed this piece. Now, you could of called and said you were safe and all at home..Since i been worrying..sheesh no respect i tell ya
Good luck to you in the contest
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Wow!! This is so beautiful and the imagery is amazing.. good luck in the contest.. thanx for sharing..
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