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Sneak Attack

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A ninja closes in on
the victim’s aproned hips
sashaying in time to James
Brown, sheathing dual
swords precisely when
that high note hits
to steal a hug
from mom.

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Elizabeth Helmich
Elizabeth Helmich

Written by Elizabeth Helmich

Holes and a series of rabbits — my debut poetry collection — now available! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089RRRGXX/

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Closed to new submissions starting June 1, 2021