Comment from Debbie D'Arcy

Excellent

What a wonderful visual, Sandra! Those cubs have made my day! I always feel so sorry for the poor old fox although I accept they rather overdue their murderous behaviour, sometimes, in the chicken coop! You skilfully capture the interaction of nature in your 5-7-5. I would love to have seen the text slightly more prominent given the size of the picture. But that's just being picky:) Thanks for sharing, Sandra. Happy New Year! Debbie xx

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Hi Debbie,
Happy New Year to you, too! I'm glad you liked my little poem, but I'm sorry about the size of the text. I'll see if I can change it. The picture does dominate the page, I agree. Lol. The fox should stick to catching rabbits. I expect they think the chicken is an easier meal, apart from the farmers gun! Thank you for reading this one, and for the lovely review. Warmest hugs, my friend. Love Sandra xx

Comment from Cecilia A Heiskary

Excellent

Sandra,

This poem looks great to me. I guess as long as your post ties in with the one before you're good. Your syllable count is good. Do you know what Gypsy is going to do with the book?

Well done my friend

Cecilia

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Hi Cecilia, thank you for boosting up my confidence!! I don't know what Gypsy will do with them all. A published book would be a nice idea, though. Perhaps we could suggest it? Thanks again, my friend. :)) Sandra xx

reply by Cecilia A Heiskary on 01-Jan-2025

I think we should suggest it. All who participate could chip in. It's a great idea my friend.

reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thanks, I'm sure Gypsy will think so. At least I hope she does! 🤔☺️If we all did chip in, it wouldn't cost much to do it. Quite exciting really! xxx

Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Awe, Sandra, I believe you've got it just right. The imagery of the fox spotting the farmer's gun is wonderful. Her pubs are safe and the hens are oblivious. I love it.
Here's a Happy New Year to you. Lots of love, Ulla xxx

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thank you, Ulla! I'm glad you think I have it right. I've just joined Gypsy's club, and haven't a clue where to start. I'll have to message her. Happy New year to you, too, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx

Comment from Begin Again

Excellent

Smart fox but hungry babies! Hopefully Mama will find something else for them to fill their bellies with. You know I have no idea on the rules of this poem, but the picture is so cute and the words fit right in. HAPPY NEW YEAR! And here we go......
Smiles, Carol

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thank you, Carol, I'm going to try out some different poetry this year. This isn't my norm, but I want to give it a go. Thanks so much for the lovely review, my friend. Love you lots, Sandra xx

Comment from Rachelle Allen

Excellent

I'm in Gypsy's Japanese Poetry Club, too. It's very fun and pushes me with these new assignments and forms. This offering by you is especially excellent, and I will look forwarding to reading more. It encapsulates the entire scene in just seventeen syllable. And the picture you found for it is absolutely perfect! Well done!!

Happy new year to you, Sandra; I hope it's your best one yet.
xoxox

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

I've only just joined and I have to say I'm way out of my depth! I haven't a clue how to go about any of them. I'll have to have a chat with Gypsy. I'm so glad you enjoyd this one, thanks, Rachelle.
A happy new year to you, too, my friend. I hope it's a healthy, joyful one! Love and hugs, Sandra xx

reply by Rachelle Allen on 01-Jan-2025

I felt exactly like that when I joined. I promise it gets easier!! And if you're a writer, you're a writer. It all comes from the same place. My money's on you, Sandra! xoxo

reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thanks, Rachelle! 😊🥰

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Hi Sandra,
This is a foxes autobiography in three lines
The hens are the ones being saved, though they don't realize it. At least this fox family lived for another, hopefully to find food elsewhere.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Hope you had a Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year.
Joan

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Aw, thank you, Joan. I wasn't sure if I'd written it right. There are so many rules in these little ones! I'm really pleased you liked this one. Thanks, dear friend. :)) Sandra xx

reply by dragonpoet on 01-Jan-2025

Don't mention it, Sandra.
Joan

Comment from jmdg1954

Excellent

Well I've never had a henhouse, never been on a farm, but I do understand the foxes thinking of leading the farmer and his gun away from his cubs. Protective parental nature...

Excellent, thought provoking post.

Happy 2025 and a safe, healthy and prosperous one.

Oh... congrats on your award. Well deserved!

Cheers,
John

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thank you so much, John. I think the mother fox should go for the rabbits, there are more of those around! I'm glad you liked my little poem, thanks, my friend. I wish you and your family the same, especially a healthy one! Warmest hugs, Sandra xx

Comment from samandlancelot

Excellent

Hi Sandra,

I love the painting; are you the artist?

You paint a vivid picture with your limited words. I like how the fox diverts the farmer's attention to save her pups.

A comma after "slinks off" would help to separate the two thoughts: fox slinking off and the cubs remaining hungry.

Change "farmers" to "farmer's"

Patricia

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Hi Patricia, I wish I was the artist!! It's lovely, isn't it? Thank you for the comma suggestion, I have added it now. It does read better. I'm really pleased you enjoyed me little poem, thank you for the lovely review. I wish you a happy, healthy 2025! :)) Sandra xx

Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

-Great artwork and nice presentation, Sandra.
-You did a good job with the follow up poem.
-The fox is a very crafty animal and I guess
that is why they are called a sly fox.
-It checks out its surroundings, especially
when little ones are involved.
-A very good satori line.
-Happy New Year, too!!!

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thank you so much, Pam. I'm glad you liked this one knowing I don't usually write little ones. But reading Gypsy's I thought I'd give this one a try. I'm glad you liked my satori line!! Love and hugs, dear friend. Sandra xxx

reply by Pam (respa) on 01-Jan-2025

You are very welcome, Sandra. Love and hugs back to you.

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

This is a very well written chapter for the book and I enjoyed reading it very much. It flows very well when it is read aloud may you have a wonderful day and you also have a very wonderful year. Patricia.

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025

Thank you, Patricia, and a Happy, Healthy 2025 to you, too!! :)) Sandra xx