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Toxic State mirthless, sullen heart, never knowing dulcet kiss. hungry, wanton face, bears tear tracks from years of this. love found in a lonely place. 9/26/16 HM in contest Toxic State - judged 12/23/16 ANY HM EVER - Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Laura Loo

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Date: 12/24/2016 6:46:00 AM
Such words remind me of the black and white classics! Lovely in its sadness. I cry along with her. Congrats, Janis!
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Date: 12/24/2016 2:25:00 PM
Thanks, Kim.
Date: 9/28/2016 9:12:00 AM
beautiful ... CayCay
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Date: 9/28/2016 3:47:00 PM
Thanks, CayCay
Date: 9/27/2016 3:02:00 PM
loves longings as tears. Great metaphor, Janis.
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Date: 9/28/2016 3:48:00 PM
Thanks, Andrea.

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