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He Thought She Was a Magpie

He thought she was a magpie, For she set her sights on radiant things, And her indigo wings were Polished like jet. Little did he know That the treasure she sought Was the sole, bloodied stone he kept In his chest.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 8/26/2012 8:03:00 AM
Dear Annie - Every line a treasure Annie. Poe-ish in its eeriness. lvoe, Kathy
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Date: 8/17/2012 7:47:00 AM
I have enjoyed reading your well written poetry this morning Annie. I hope to be able to read more of your poems soon. Have a wonderful weekend and thank you for sharing your writing with us. Love, Carol
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