He trundles wet pavement, fresh from showers
plodding through igloos of newborn droplets
steadfast and determined on his voyage
down black soaked tarmac to green leafed pasture
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in giving this small creature an awesome dignity you challenge us to forge our way through life with such fortitude and dignity
I keep reading it over and over and find myself in awe at your snail-slug-tiny ignored life form struggling in heroic manner against the powers of Nature! ! !
when you can write an awesome poem about a lowly slug--that is called supreme talent--- absolutely perfect, my friend! ! !
Wonderful depiction of a great character that makes one a standout. A well crafted and executed write.
A beautiful poem that expresses in brilliant detail the wonderful attributes of snails. Great imagery and stunning poetic expressions.
grazing the skies with sharp antenna eyes......very keen poetic observation!
Through the exquisite poem, I witnessed the snail meandering around, captivating our hearts. It is an exceptional piece of writing. Full 5****.
This is a brilliant homage, Kevin. This goes directly to myfavourites.
Beautiful poem. You are a keen observer, Kevin. I loved the way you ascribe the mathematical beauty of the shell alluding to Fibonacci sequences
top top top marks, my brilliant friend