Clunkers

A poem about the biggest tadpoles I've ever seen.

By Madison NewtonPublished 8 months ago • 1 min read

Slimy puffed balloons

shake tails of pond scum–algae

caked eyes explore murk.

nature poetry

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Madison Newton

I'm a recent graduate of Stony Brook University with a degree in Environmental Humanities and Filmmaking. I love writing and storytelling, and I love sharing my work so I can continue to improve my written voice.

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Roy Stevens7 months ago
You pick great subjects!

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Clunkers

A poem about the biggest tadpoles I've ever seen.

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Madison Newton

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