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Eyes Wide Open

I walked on past you Never stopped to see Those painful eyes Looking up at me Never saw the bodies Huddled in the rain Never saw my brothers Crying in pain I'm Held deep in silence, Day after day The sun shines bright until the clouds fade to grey Tear drops they fall, Fall down like rain Flooding these streets Full of shame full of shame Now my eyes are wide open I see what I see All the pain that's caused Is Caused by you and me...

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Date: 9/14/2010 9:50:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning Adam. I am looking forward to tomorrow and what I might read of yours again. Never let your pen lay and dry out. The best to you in your writing endeavors whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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Date: 9/13/2010 3:34:00 PM
sad poem--well done!
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Date: 9/13/2010 12:19:00 PM
Great write that I enjoyed reading ..Sara
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Date: 9/13/2010 11:53:00 AM
the things unseen till you open your eyes, a deep, enjoyed this one...P.D.
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Date: 9/13/2010 11:36:00 AM
wonderful poem, much enjoyed
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