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Keeping It Real

A raccoon laments.

42 total reviews 
Comment from Mark D. R.
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Very cute verse and illustration. Both complement each other.

Like your 'bandit mask' imagery. The illustration is a perfect match for that (-:

Good luck in your contest.

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Many thanks, Mark!
Comment from patcelaw
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The raccoon is know for being a thief as the steal your trash. May you have a blessed weekend that is filled with love and joy. Patricia

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Thanks again, Patricia!
Comment from 24chas
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I enjoyed this read, unknown poet. You captured the sentiment of this animal perfectly in my opinion. I mean, look at that face. Nice job and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Appreciate it, 24!
Comment from LIJ Red
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I put out pans of Nine Lives for my raccoons and possums. If you would do so remember 'coons don't salivate...leave some water, too...and it's still a bad idea to alter wild creatures instincts and caution unless you live 'way out like me....
oh, excellent witty beast 5/7/5...

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Thanks, Red, sounds like what my wife would do!
Comment from zanya
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Yes this is a good one for the Witty animal - raises a hearty chuckle and maybe allows us to think again =, as it were about the racoon-great pic to illustrate

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Glad you got a rise, thanks Zanya!
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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You have made effective use of every syllable in this charming, amusing 5-7-5. This piece shows effort to say much in few words. I especially like the last line!

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Thank you, Janice!
Comment from SLMorrical
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This is cute. It is a wonderful entry for the contest. The picture just adds to it. I just love this. It made me laugh. I think it would be a wonderful read for children. This flows well. It was an easy read to follow. Good luck in the contest. Well done.

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    I appreciate it, SL!
Comment from Mrs. KT
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Hah!
That little bugger and his brothers are frequent visitors to our deck and yard! They surely do look like little bandits. I love them though...not too destructive. Our cat was totally non-plussed when two frequent raccoon visitors would pay him a visit...
A well-crafted 5/7/5...and yes, witty as well!

Thank you for sharing!
diane

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 22-Feb-2019
    Thank you so much, Mrs. KT!
Comment from meeshu
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This is a very good piece, raccoons are very cool. they used to gather in my backyard and wash their food in the half pipe. good luck in the contest..

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 21-Feb-2019
    Thank you, meeshu! I find them entertaining, although they are known to be quite the nuisance.
Comment from Bichon
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I love this one! We don't have raccoons where I live, but I have heard they're troublesome and annoying. I will admit, they're quite cute though. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 21-Feb-2019


reply by the author on 21-Feb-2019
    Thanks, Bichon! Wow, I never knew that there were no wild raccoons or skunks in Ireland. Most folks would consider you lucky, but I have learned to coexist peacefully with both! Cute but very pesky...