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How to Make Applejack

Posted on 2023-10-23 by Bartholomew Barker

On this moonless October night I sneak into Farmer Greg’s orchard the sour sweet odor of rotting apples the squish under my boot He and his musket should be asleep but the hounds might catch my frightful scent I load … Continue reading →

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The Tricky Chickadee

Posted on 2021-01-27 by Bartholomew Barker

The Tricky Chickadee He sneaks into my yardall sharp and tenacious,wearing a face maskas we all do these days. He rushes a sunflower,steals savory seedsright from its heartthen makes a frantic getaway. From the safety of his ganghigh in the … Continue reading →

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