Melissa, I find this piece to be just precious... I just adore how you have worded this piece. It paints such a wondrous picture in my mind. Beautifully done.

Melissa,
Again, you have created a breathtaking piece filled with imagery.

I noticed one small thing in your first stanza:

how they attach themselves, like dewdrops
to each stand
in a rash attempt to grow a notion
from mere breath and spittle

Just one small mispelling...should read:

how they attach themselves, like dewdrops
to each STRAND
in a rash attempt....

Other than that, it's perfect!!

The title made me curious so I am glad that I stopped to read it. this was absolutely wonderful, I don't think I can offer any beneficial critique because I found nothing wrong with it. Your word choice was spot on and I love the way the title actually fits into the whole piece. An excellent job, indeed worthy of nomination, good luck.

Good play on words. Excellent imagery. This piece is clever and unique. Great job!

One of the best I have read on this site.... Good work!

Congrats on the win.. very well deserved. Great imagery that drew the reader in and didnt let them stop reading. Interesting and unique write from you, well done. :]

Congratulations Melissa. A wonderful piece, as is all your work!

Congrats on the WIN Melissa!! This write so deserves it and so do you, way to go!!