Tag Archives: Slugs

Housekeeping #midnighthaiku

Posted on August 30, 2020 by Sue Vincent

Unseen in shadow Feasting on death and decay Nature’s clean-up crew * Belly of the beast Transforming death to life Cycle continues *

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Herald of Spring…

Posted on January 29, 2020 by Sue Vincent

The first slug of spring slithered in through the door And left me a silvery trail on the floor, A creature I’d normally count as a pest, Whether inside or out, such an unwelcome guest… * But the first slug … Continue reading →

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Bad moon rising…

Posted on September 9, 2017 by Sue Vincent

I wander round the house barefoot, And often, late at night, Because I see sufficiently I don’t put on the light. But as the darker nights draw in And summer turns to fall, I’m having to beware The lurking monsters … Continue reading →

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Harbinger

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Sue Vincent

The first slug of April came in through the door, With a bright silver trail winding over the floor. I felt a bit mean taking it back outside, Though I know it will find somewhere leafy to hide. I’m not … Continue reading →

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