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A Key For the Maiden

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she enters the room gracefully belying the heartache inside her tale of loss floats through the air like a windblown kite a mother, child, and death reduced to silhouettes her vision rips a hole where there should be love from this pulpit with its congregation of one

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 12/29/2018 6:32:00 PM
Richard, I so enjoy the sound of your soulful voice as I listen to your poem.. as I read along with you, I notice how delicate yet powerfully emotional your captivating imagery is and I begin to understand how masterful and deep your artistry is. You inspire me with awe for the sad beauty of this poetic gem. Warmest wishes always, my friend.. ~Susan
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Susan Ashley
Date: 12/30/2018 1:19:00 PM
I deeply appreciate your kind words, Richard. May your new year be filled with many blessings and much happiness, my dear friend.. ~Sue
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Ricky Muse
Date: 12/30/2018 1:05:00 PM
Susan you inspire me not only with your poetry but your humanity as well. Happy Holidays my friend...…………...peace!
Date: 10/16/2018 6:10:00 AM
Wow - such a powerful piece! I have read it 3times now as feel it captured emotions that I struggle to express but consistently feel. Thankyou for sharing this. Mockingbird x
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Date: 10/24/2018 6:09:00 AM
If I can make someone "feel" then maybe I'm on to something. Thank you so much for your kind words...………………..peace!

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