Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

Craig,
This is a great presentation in color, art, style, rhymes, & story. Your lines flow smoothly & I was engaged from start to finish. I wasn't expecting the thing to be a leech--yuck. You used great descriptive words to describe that horrible thing. Who would have thought a poem of this length/caliber could come from such a thing. Good job & thanks for sharing. Jan

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 Comment Written 26-May-2018

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reply by the author on 26-May-2018

Thanks very much, Jan. I prefer a leech over a mosquito, as they don't actually cause any discomfort. And mosquitoes can be the bearers of VERY nasty things. I appreciate the lovely comments - Craig

Comment from tfawcus

Exceptional

A poem that puts fears of blood sucking vampires back in perspective. An unexpected ending that brings a smile, possibly a smile of relief, to one's face. Glad to have a six left for you.

 Comment Written 26-May-2018

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reply by the author on 26-May-2018

Thanks, Tony for the very kind award of a shiny six. I congratulate you on having one left at this late stage of the week. Most grateful, Craig

Comment from Harry Smith

Excellent

Great presentation for a very interesting poem that is loaded with lots and lots of imagery. The word sanguisugent is one I never heard of until today. The last stanza gave more clarification as it relates to this poem. Very interesting CD...

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 Comment Written 26-May-2018

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reply by the author on 26-May-2018

Thank you, Harry, for the kind words - they're most gratefully received :) Craig