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Serpent-Chameleon

SERPENT CHAMELEON



When serpents shed their skins

their eyes turn milky.

New hues ensue

and blend with their surroundings.

Fangs dull.

Tongues fuse.

Those they meet

no longer see

a snake,

but shake hands with

a serpent-chameleon,

and never know the truth

until the venom sets in.



© Bart Breen

Author's Notes/Comments: 

A word picture that describes the treachery that takes place among people.

Serpents can be chameleons and you don't know till after they've bitten you.

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last updated 11 October 2010 - 4:59am
©18 February 2002 - 4:26pm — canuckster
7 September 2002 - 10:04pm — DeAnna Shaddy (not verified)
DeAnna Shaddy's picture

This is an excellent piece. To the point and I especailly love the way you described the unfortunate truths that lie within the hearts of those who continually hurt others. Definately a straight shot. =O)