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Embarrassed Kings

A Hockey Haiku

By D. J. ReddallPublished 10 days ago 1 min read
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“Kings are the slaves of history.” Leo Tolstoy, War & Peace

When humble workers

Humiliate proud monarchs

The world seems more just

Haiku
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About the Creator

D. J. Reddall

I write because my time is limited and my imagination is not.

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  • Shirley Belk10 days ago

    I always love an underdog

  • Christy Munson10 days ago

    Love it, especially as a long-time hockey fan!

  • Kodah10 days ago

    The last line!! Wow!! Incredible work DJ! 😦💌

  • A weird Haiku

  • Rachel Deeming10 days ago

    I wondered if there would be anything said today about the mighty Oilers' win last night! You never disappoint, D.J.!

  • But I don't understand the connection of your title and Haiku to hockey 😅

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