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Comment from Rosemary Everson1
Like your poem. Squirrels are so fun to watch when they jump from tree, run after each other and then climb a tree. If they don't have a tail, I have never thought their balance would be off.
FYI: A squirrel without a tail will not be able to balance as well in the treetops and is at greater risk for a fall. This is especially dangerous as the squirrel won't be able to use his tail to slow the descent. A squirrel without a tail will not be able to use flagging to scare off predators making it more of a target.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Like your poem. Squirrels are so fun to watch when they jump from tree, run after each other and then climb a tree. If they don't have a tail, I have never thought their balance would be off.
FYI: A squirrel without a tail will not be able to balance as well in the treetops and is at greater risk for a fall. This is especially dangerous as the squirrel won't be able to use his tail to slow the descent. A squirrel without a tail will not be able to use flagging to scare off predators making it more of a target.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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I am aware of all those things. thanks.
Glad my poem brought them to your attention.
Comment from Annmuma
I enjoyed your poem and the illustration accompanying it made it even more enjoyable. Certainly meets all of the contest rules and I wish you luck. You have my vote. ann
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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I enjoyed your poem and the illustration accompanying it made it even more enjoyable. Certainly meets all of the contest rules and I wish you luck. You have my vote. ann
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Thanks, Ann,
I really appreciate that!
Comment from LisaMay
Oh no! The poor little guy - it just goes to show how important having a tail is... and your tale in this poem shows skill at incorporating the 3 words into an entertaining read.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Oh no! The poor little guy - it just goes to show how important having a tail is... and your tale in this poem shows skill at incorporating the 3 words into an entertaining read.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Thanks, Lisa
I appreciate that, very much.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Poor little squirrel LoL.
Excellent entry for the 3 Words In A Poem writing prompt contest. Good composition with the required words. Yours is my favorite thus far. Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Poor little squirrel LoL.
Excellent entry for the 3 Words In A Poem writing prompt contest. Good composition with the required words. Yours is my favorite thus far. Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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thanks, Gypsy! I appreciate that!
Comment from lyenochka
Oh no! Poor Squirrel! How did you find that specific picture? I know the squirrels really depend on their tails so your poem explains it well and you used all three words logically and naturally! Hope you do well in the contest!
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2022
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Oh no! Poor Squirrel! How did you find that specific picture? I know the squirrels really depend on their tails so your poem explains it well and you used all three words logically and naturally! Hope you do well in the contest!
Comment Written 29-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2022
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Thanks, Helen! I just goggled "picture of squirrel without a tail."
Thanks for the kind words!
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Smart thinking! Glad you found it!
Comment from zanya
This is a great entry for the 3 words in a poem where the required words are seamlessly and effortlessly woven into the text while treating the reader to an interesting poem
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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This is a great entry for the 3 words in a poem where the required words are seamlessly and effortlessly woven into the text while treating the reader to an interesting poem
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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thanks so much for your lovely review. It is much appreciated.
Comment from Theodore McDowell
Very creative poem for the prompt. I just saw a documentary on squirrels and flying squirrels and it was captivitating. I hope the squirrel was okay, lol. Well done.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Very creative poem for the prompt. I just saw a documentary on squirrels and flying squirrels and it was captivitating. I hope the squirrel was okay, lol. Well done.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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must admit it was fiction. found the picture on Google. :)
But I appreciate your comment very much. Thanks!
Comment from Louise Muller
Oops, indeed! What a delightful little poem. It creates quite a visual of a squirrel's adventure without a tale. Well done! Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Oops, indeed! What a delightful little poem. It creates quite a visual of a squirrel's adventure without a tale. Well done! Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks, Louise, for your very nice remarks and good wishes.
Comment from robyn corum
Dear Mystery Writer,
Oh, my stars! This poor little squirrel! What on earth happened to his tail? This gives me horrible images of a mean cat or a dog who finally caught up with that rascal. Wow. I know my dogs try awfully hard - this is crazy! Thanks!
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Dear Mystery Writer,
Oh, my stars! This poor little squirrel! What on earth happened to his tail? This gives me horrible images of a mean cat or a dog who finally caught up with that rascal. Wow. I know my dogs try awfully hard - this is crazy! Thanks!
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Have to say, Miss Robyn, that this is fiction and I looked up the picture on- line. However, I hate to think how he lost his tail. Could'nt have been fun. :)
Thanks for reading.
Comment from dellsworthpoet
This reads a bit like an Aesop tale. I almost wanted a "And the moral is..."
The poem reads well. The rhymes are not forced. The poem stays on point. Language is simple and almost childlike. Elicits a small smile.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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This reads a bit like an Aesop tale. I almost wanted a "And the moral is..."
The poem reads well. The rhymes are not forced. The poem stays on point. Language is simple and almost childlike. Elicits a small smile.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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well, as I write mainly for children, that's probably why.
Thanks for your very nice comments (and small smile) :)
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You are welcome.