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The Strange Encounter
By Sandra Stoner Mitchell

The tension stretched between them seemed to sway,
as yellow eyes were focused on the man--
who stood so still he could not turn away,
while knowing he'd be foolish if he ran.

So, softly now, he hummed a soothing tune
that stirred the air between them with a sigh.
The wolf was list'ning keenly to him croon,
while standing proudly with his head held high.

The look he gave soon changed from fearsome scowl,
an ancient wisdom came into his eyes;
then suddenly the wolf began to howl,
the man was mesmerised with sheer surprise.

The wolf then yip yipped as he turned away...
and Man knew he would not forget this day.

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