Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

I thought I'd reviewed this the other day, but apparently not! You've confirmed me in my thinking that social media would more aptly be called mass hysteria. It may have a useful place at times, but it can also be a dangerous weapon.

 Comment Written 21-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Tony.

You have to think that the original story was right on the button all those centuries ago. The means of spreading the fear may have changed, but the basic aspect of human nature is still the same. Yes, the internet is a two-edged sword.

Steve

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

This is a superb entry for this contest. I love your notes, always nice to learn something new. I wish you all the best in the contest, great entry.

 Comment Written 21-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Sasha - glad you enjoyed.

Steve

Comment from Lisa Deverick

Excellent

On Facebook..and on our evening news! A very clever way to get across your message I enjoyed your poem and also your author notes. I learn something new every day...

 Comment Written 21-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Lisa.

You have to think that the original story was right on the button all those centuries ago. The means of spreading the fear may have changed, but the basic aspect of human nature is still the same.

Steve

Comment from LeannaP

Excellent

the tale of splattered blood...

its very interesting to think of a tale this way, huh? You
might've mastered how to engage your readers with short yet effective
rhyming to evoke your readers into believing your writing word
for word,
great job

leanna

 Comment Written 21-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Leanna.

Steve

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

LOL! Refreshing use of borrrring blank verse. Nice for a change! I had no idea the story of Chicken Little / Henny Penny came from Buddha. Cool bit of trivia. :)

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Phyllis.

You have to think that the original story was right on the button all those centuries ago. The means of spreading the fear may have changed, but the basic aspect of human nature is still the same.

Steve

reply by Phyllis Stewart on 21-Jun-2016

Always is. Human nature cannot be changed, no matter how much the commies try. :)

Comment from foxangie123

Excellent

This is brilliant and I do remember. Way to go on this serious now it is so very awesome. I have always liked your work and know you have a most clever mind. This is so true as social media drops or brings out more nuts day by day.

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Angie.

More nuts than a nut-tree!

Steve

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Hello, poet,

I love this Blank Verse for the Poetry Contest. The remake of Chicken-Little cracks me up. LoL It's adorable and it made me smile. Good Blank verse form. Free Verse is my favorite and this reminds me to it. Great job!

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, GBR

Steve

Comment from Susanne M. Psyris

Excellent

Excellent Blank Verse Poetry Contest entry. Loved the remake of Chicken-Little. Very cute and amusing. Haven't every written a blank verse, so as to form, I cannot say. But to free-verse, this appeals to me very much. Enjoyed the read. God bless and hugs, Susanne

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thanks, Susanne.

If you've done sinnets, you can do this - just the same except you don't have to worry about rhyme or number of lines!

Steve

Comment from Marie Henry

Excellent

A very clever way to highlight the fear-mongering that goes on all around us every day, and the potential for bloodshed if we follow the crowd. Nicely done, I enjoyed it.

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Thank you, Marie.

I guess it's when people get carried away about little things that I get annoyed.

Steve

Comment from misscookie

Excellent

Could not stop laughing not only from the artwork you post which is a perfect match for your poem.
I remember that poem in my youth it goes to show you make sure you know what your talking about before you open your mouth.
Cookie

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Jun-2016

Cookie, thank yu so much for the kind words. Glad you got a laugh out of this.

Steve

reply by misscookie on 21-Jun-2016

Peace God be with you.
Cookie