Very informative. Education is one of the most important life experience we can have, and to see it being taken away,little by little is scary. We know that with less education comes more crime. Sometimes I think this country's priorities are messed up. Or should I say "politics." Good article. This could be written for many schools.

I never thought of it quite like that, but a drunken shepherd is going to find himself tumbling down the hillside.

The picture in my mind as I read this , was quite clear. Except for some errors in grammar, this was poignant and uneasy. On page 2 I would omit "of the knife." It gives a better flow. Any insight as to what the hatred was all about? Any last memories?

The title is perfect for this. Clear and perfect. Really good picture. I feel as if I visited Alaska. Good job.

When I first read this, it was as if I were gazing at the works of great painters on ceilings, if you know what I mean. Very descriptive and colorful.

The simple detail works well with your imagination. Waiting to get picked- waiting for rain-perhaps waking to the warm sun. These are just a few of the ideas that came to mind. Soft and gentle. Thanks.

This has probably touched anyone who has lost a mother. I know it has me. All is descriptive from the cold to the warmth. Great flow. Perfect title. It reminded me of my own mother and I cried. Your last stanza is beautiful, filled with sorrow- yet a joy in the end. I really think this poem is worth publishing.

Ha! I'll think twice, maybe thrice, before I turn down a sandwich. This got me laughing. It was a little hard to follow at first, but as I read it again, I pictured the whole scenario step by step. Such drama in your wording. It seems like this sandwich would get along very well with tissue and lotion! I'm sure Cheryl finds Dave quite entertaining! Wilted lettuce is gross after mating so long with bread and turkey. What more can I say...well, I enjoyed the chaos!

I enjoyed the story. I found it to be very imaginative and eye-opening. Children will love it and adults will understand their dogchild in new ways. I actually began to see through an animals point of view. I look forward to the following chapters. You do have a flare for writing in a way that holds ones interest.