(November 14,1984 / Samar, Philippines)

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A Mad Dog's Trick

Here is my short poem that says:
A mad dog that barks at your back,
Concedes a serious threat.
He's looking and waiting an opportunity
for the perfect prey
To make his final blast
That will deeply cut
Into the innocent's heart.
Beware of this old trick!

Submitted: Tuesday, September 04, 2012
Edited: Friday, May 17, 2013

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  • Shania K. Younce (11/6/2012 8:22:00 PM)

    Short it is. Yet, it says much. I enjoyed this read.

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  • Anita Jonker (9/12/2012 2:14:00 AM)

    Short poems are my favourite kind :) this one is good* a fun read. Good job!

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  • Thomas A Robinson (9/11/2012 7:32:00 AM)

    will remember........

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  • Anthony Han (9/10/2012 10:36:00 PM)

    Enjoyed it, hopefully that mad dog never gets it's bite off

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